Hook 'Em Horns... and Touchdowns? A Look at Texas Longhorns in the NFL
Ah, the University of Texas Longhorns. Home of burnt orange jerseys, a stadium that roars like a hurricane, and... a surprising number of dudes catching touchdowns in the NFL? That's right, folks, the Longhorns haven't just been churning out quarterbacks with questionable fashion choices (looking at you, Colt McCoy with those sleeves) – they've been sending a whole stampede of talent to the pros.
From the Forty Acres to the Big Leagues: A Storied History
The University of Texas has a long and storied history of feeding players to the NFL draft. Earl Campbell (the man, the myth, the legend) rumbled for touchdowns in the 70s, while the Refrigerator, William "The Refrigerator" Perry, became a pop culture icon in the 80s (fun fact: did you know he also holds a black belt in Taekwondo? Don't mess with the Fridge!). More recently, we've seen stars like Roy Williams and Jordan Hicks light up the NFL.
But the Longhorns aren't a one-trick pony. Sure, they churn out running backs who can leave defenders in the dust, but they also boast a long list of linebackers who can sniff out a fumble like a bloodhound on a steak (sorry, vegetarians). There's even a kicker in the mix – Justin Tucker, whose leg strength is only rivaled by his epic post-game celebrations.
Longhorns on the Loose: Where Are They Now?
So, where can you find these burnt-orange-blooded beasts on Sundays? Well, they're scattered across the league like spilled salsa on a fiesta platter. You might see Sam Ehlinger slinging lasers for the Indianapolis Colts, or Devin Duvernay hauling in spectacular catches for the Baltimore Ravens. Maybe you'll catch a glimpse of Poona Ford plugging up the middle for the Buffalo Bills, or Andrew Beck pancaking defenders for the Houston Texans (although, with a name like Andrew Beck, you might mistake him for your dentist at first glance).
The point is, Longhorn pride runs deep in the NFL. These guys bleed burnt orange, and they bring that Texas toughness and tenacity to every game. So next time you're watching the NFL, keep an eye out for the Longhorns – they're the ones leaving defenders in the dust, or at least making them mightily regret underestimating a team from the Lone Star State.
Hook 'em Horns (and Go whoever-the-Longhorn-on-your-favorite-team-is)!
