Texas Longhorns linebacker Ty’Anthony Smith no longer with program
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 1:15 AM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
Linebacker Ty’Anthony Smith has been released from the Texas Longhorns football program ahead of his junior season. He played in 28 games over the past two years, making one start in 2025. Smith's departure comes as Texas works to adjust its defense under new defensive coordinator Will Muschamp. The program has added four transfer linebackers this offseason, increasing competition for playing time. Texas is set to begin its 2026 season against the Texas State Bobcats on September 5.
- •Smith recorded 60 tackles and two interceptions in 2025.
- •He played all 16 games as a true freshman in 2024.
- •Texas added four transfer linebackers this offseason.
- •The Longhorns open the season on September 5 against Texas State.
- 1:15 AMYahoo Sports — Texas parts ways with linebacker Ty’Anthony Smith
"The Texas Longhorns have parted ways with linebacker Ty’Anthony Smith. He was entering his junior season.
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