Ryan Niblett discusses fastest Longhorns football players heading into 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 11:16 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Ryan Niblett, a kick return specialist for the Texas Longhorns, names three candidates for the fastest player on the team ahead of the 2026 season. While Niblett holds notable speed himself, clocked at 20.8 mph during a 75-yard return against Oklahoma, he highlights freshman Kohen Brown, junior Ryan Wingo, and senior Warren Roberson as potential contenders. Brown reportedly reached 23.1 mph in summer conditioning, while Wingo was timed at 22 mph in a game last season. Roberson's inclusion surprised many, despite his lack of standout sprint times in high school. As the team prepares for the new season, these speed metrics may play a crucial role in their offensive and special teams strategies.
- •Niblett recorded two significant punt returns last season.
- •Kohen Brown, a freshman, reached 23.1 mph in training.
- •Ryan Wingo clocked 22 mph during a game last season.
- •Warren Roberson made Niblett's shortlist despite lower high school sprint times.
- •Niblett is a preseason All-American and on the Hornung Award watch list.
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"Who is the fastest player on the 2026 Texas Longhorns? Kick return phenom Ryan Niblett names three candidates, besides himself.
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