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Texas Longhorns' Baker and Goosby named to Outland Trophy watch list

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Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Texas Longhorns' Baker and Goosby named to Outland Trophy watch list

Summary

Texas Longhorns offensive linemen Brandon Baker and Trevor Goosby have been named to the Outland Trophy preseason watch list. This honor is awarded to the nation's top interior lineman. Both players have been key contributors to the team, with Goosby earning First-Team All-SEC honors last season and Baker providing vital protection for quarterback Arch Manning. The semifinalists for the Outland Trophy will be announced on November 18, with the finalists revealed on November 24. The winner will be determined at the Home Depot College Football Awards in December.

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By the Numbers

•Brandon Baker and Trevor Goosby are first-time nominees for the Outland Trophy.
•Goosby started 13 games last season, earning First-Team All-SEC honors.
•Baker helped protect quarterback Arch Manning in 2025.
•The Outland Trophy semifinalists will be announced on November 18.
•Finalists will be revealed on November 24, with the winner awarded in December.

Latest Updates

11:50 PMYahoo Sports — Longhorns Daily News: Texas’ Brandon Baker, Trevor Goosby land on Outland Trophy preseason watch list
3:49 PMYahoo Sports — Two Longhorns named to Outland Trophy preseason watch list

What they're saying

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Texas offensive linemen Brandon Baker and Trevor Goosby are among those who landed on this year’s Outland Trophy preseason watch list, according to an announcement earlier this week. Each season, the award recognizes the nation’s top college interior lineman on offense or defense. Texas alum Kelvin Banks Jr. most recently won the Outland Award in […]
— Yahoo Sports