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Texas linebacker Rasheem Biles makes Butkus Award watch list again

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 6:21 AM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Texas linebacker Rasheem Biles makes Butkus Award watch list again

Summary

Texas linebacker Rasheem Biles has been named to the preseason watch list for the Butkus Award, recognizing the top college linebackers. Biles, who transferred to Texas from Pittsburgh after three seasons, has appeared on the watch list for the second consecutive season. Former Longhorns linebacker Anthony Hill Jr. was a recent finalist for the award. Biles aims to continue his strong performance in the upcoming season, contributing to Texas football's pursuit of a physical identity as they prepare for the 2026 season.

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By the Numbers

•Rasheem Biles joined Texas after three seasons at Pittsburgh.
•He is recognized for the second year in a row on the watch list.
•The Butkus Award honors the top linebacker in college football.
•Texas aims to establish a more physical playing style in 2026.

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6:21 AMYahoo Sports — Longhorns Daily News: Texas LB Rasheem Biles lands on this year’s Butkus Award watch list

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Texas linebacker Rasheem Biles, who recently joined the program after three seasons at Pittsburgh, has been named to this season’s preseason watch list for the Butkus Award. The honor is given to each season’s top linebacker. It’s the second season in which Biles has landed among the award’s preseason watch list honorees. Former Texas linebacker […]
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