Texas EDGE Colin Simmons projected for 15-plus sacks this season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 7:45 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
With just 95 days until the Longhorns' football season begins, Colin Simmons aims to continue his standout performance as a defensive player. Having recorded 21 sacks in his first two seasons, including a career-high of 12 last year, Simmons is expected to elevate his play under defensive coordinator Will Muschamp. Experts speculate that he could finish the upcoming season with over 15 sacks, potentially placing him among the top defenders in Texas football history. As the anticipation builds, fans look forward to the impact Simmons may have on Texas's championship aspirations.
- •Colin Simmons has 21 sacks over his first two seasons.
- •He is expected to exceed 15 sacks in the upcoming season.
- •Simmons may cement his legacy among Texas defenders.
- •The Longhorns open their season in 95 days.
- 7:45 PMYahoo Sports — Countdown to Kickoff: Texas EDGE Colin Simmons will have 15-plus sacks
"Countdown to kickoff continues, now just 95 days away from Longhorns football. Today is "Hot Take Tuesday," and it's about Texas star Colin Simmons.
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