Justin Cryer joins Texas after stints at Florida State
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 7:52 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Justin Cryer is playing for the Texas Longhorns after transferring from Florida State, aiming for a national title. Originally from Katy, Cryer admits he wasn't a Texas fan during the program's struggles. Influenced by his older brother L.J. Cryer, a former basketball star, Justin hopes to honor his family's athletic legacy.
- •Justin Cryer transfers from Florida State to Texas
- •He aims to match brother L.J.'s athletic accomplishments
- •Cryer wasn't a Texas fan due to previous program struggles
- •The Longhorns are ranked in the preseason top five
- •Cryer is known for his baseball talent as well
- 7:52 PMYahoo Sports — Justin Cryer didn't grow up a Texas fan. Now he's chasing a national title with the Longhorns
"Linebacker Justin Cryer is chasing a national title at Texas as he looks to match his older brother, former UH and Baylor basketball star L.J. Cryer.
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