Texas cornerbacks Mascoe, Phillips, and Littleton set for season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 4:31 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Texas football is gearing up for the season opener against Texas State in 33 days. The cornerback unit features starters Bo Mascoe, Kade Phillips, and Graceson Littleton, who have shown promise in previous seasons. Mascoe, a transfer from Rutgers, joins returning players Phillips and Littleton, both coming off strong freshman years. The depth chart also includes contributors like Warren Roberson and Samari Matthews, while Hayward Howard Jr. and Nick Hudson are viewed as less likely to see playing time unless injuries occur.
- •Texas opens the season against Texas State on September 5.
- •Bo Mascoe, Kade Phillips, and Graceson Littleton will start at cornerback.
- •Mascoe is a transfer who forced three turnovers last season.
- •Young players Warren Roberson and Samari Matthews also factor into the rotation.
- •Hayward Howard Jr. and Nick Hudson are unlikely to play unless injuries arise.
- 4:31 PMYahoo Sports — Countdown to Kickoff: Mascoe, Phillips, Littleton lead CB room
"Texas football is just 33 days away and it's time for another depth chart breakdown. Mascoe, Littleton and Phillips top a deep and talented CB unit.
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