Texas Longhorns target Melvin Siani as key transfer for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 4:34 PM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
Texas Longhorns have added offensive tackle Melvin Siani from Wake Forest, who did not allow a sack last season. His arrival is seen as crucial for improving a struggling offensive line that ranked No. 109 in pressures allowed in 2025. Siani joins a group of notable transfers, including wide receiver Cam Coleman. Texas aims to strengthen its offensive front ahead of the 2026 season opener against Texas State on September 5.
- •Melvin Siani committed to Texas after previously playing at Wake Forest.
- •Siani achieved an 80.7 PFF pass block grade with no sacks allowed.
- •Texas ranked No. 109 in pressures allowed in 2025.
- •The Longhorns also added other offensive linemen for depth.
- •Texas opens the 2026 season against Texas State on September 5.
- 4:34 PMYahoo Sports — CBS Sports named this transfer as a potential X-factor for the Longhorns, and it may not be who you expect
"The Longhorns’ CFP hopes could hinge on this transfer addition.
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