There is plenty of hype surrounding Texas when it comes to the 2022 college football season, but there are players that may be getting a tad overlooked.
Everyone is well aware of the likes of Quinn Ewers, Bijan Robinson, Xavier Worthy, and DeMarvion Overshown. However, there are a handful of Longhorns that can make an impact that are not getting talked about nearly enough.
Whether these players may have already played a significant role in years past, or are looking to carve out a spot to do so for the first time in 2022, there will certainly be some commonly overlooked names being said this year.
Steve Sarkisian and his staff are now in year two, and not only does that mean the fan base has higher expectations considering the first year went so poorly, but it also means the players on the roster have had consistency for the first time in a couple years. This allows for players to grow in the system and blossom into stars.
Here are a few players that have a great chance of contributing in the 2022 season whether it be as a starter or a role player.
Justice Finkley – EDGE
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One of the eight defensive linemen that Bo Davis was able to add to the impressive class of 2022, Finkley might have the most hype around him early on. He already appears to have the size, and has been getting raved about in reports by outlets such as 247Sports. He has definitely taken advantage of the chance to be an early enrollee, and every good showing he has whether it be in practices or scrimmages help set him apart from the other linemen who aren’t on campus yet.
Finkley may not be a starter right out of the gates, but he will offer someone who can come in and rush the quarterback, which is something that Texas struggled with greatly in 2021.
Jahdae Barron – Nickel
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Someone who showed great flashes in 2021, and was one of the defensive players moved this offseason, Jahdae Barron has seemingly excelled in his new role at the nickel spot….