Texas aims to lead college football in sacks for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 7:13 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
With 81 days until the season opener against Texas State, Texas is gearing up for a strong pass rush. The Longhorns defense, under Will Muschamp, is expected to surpass last season's 41 sacks, driven by standout Colin Simmons and a supporting cast. Simmons recorded 12 sacks last year, with projections suggesting he could reach 15 this season. The team is targeting a collective goal of 50 sacks, with several players contributing alongside Simmons. Further analysis of Simmons’ impact on the team will follow tomorrow.
- •Texas led by Colin Simmons aims for over 50 sacks this season
- •Simmons had 12 sacks last year, could reach 15
- •Texas opens the season against Texas State in 81 days
- •Muschamp's aggressive strategy expected to boost sack totals
- •Five key players projected to add significant sack numbers
- 7:13 PMYahoo Sports — Countdown to Kickoff: Texas will lead the country in sacks this season
"There are just 81 days until Texas kicks the season off and it's time for another hot take. Today, it's about how special this pass rush can be.
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