Ian Geffrard impresses with strong play for Texas Longhorns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 7:06 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Texas defensive tackle Ian Geffrard is making a significant early impact this season. During the first two games, the Arkansas transfer recorded six tackles and five defensive stops over 50 snaps, showing exceptional strength and technique. Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian praised Geffrard's development and conditioning, emphasizing the importance of managing his playing time for maximum effort. In the most recent game against Ohio State, Geffrard faced tougher competition but continued to showcase his disruptive presence by recording two quarterback hurries. He remains a key player as Texas looks to build on their early success.
- •Geffrard has six tackles and five defensive stops this season.
- •Head coach Steve Sarkisian lauded Geffrard's early contributions.
- •Geffrard showed significant improvement in conditioning since last year.
- •Amidst tougher competition, he recorded two quarterback hurries against Ohio State.
- •Texas seeks to leverage Geffrard's strengths in future matchups.
- 7:06 PMYahoo Sports — DT Ian Geffrard making outsized early impact for Texas
"Playing fewer snaps has allowed the Arkansas transfer to play harder every down.
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