Texas Defense Under Will Muschamp: Who Wins in the New Scheme

NCAA Football: Texas Tech at Texas — Sep 19, 2009; Austin, TX, USA; Texas Longhorns defensive coordinator Will Muschamp discusses a call with officials in a game against the Texas Tech Red Raiders during the second half at Texas Memorial Stadium. Texas beat Texas Tech 34-24. Mandatory Credit: Brendan Maloney-USA TODAY Sports

Texas’ new defensive scheme under Will Muschamp is built on aggression, urgency, and forcing the issue. From the 2026 recruiting class to key players already on the roster, here’s who wins by the hire.

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