Game Awards: Wyoming
Jonathon Brooks forced 10 missed tackles against Wyoming, the most of any Power 5 player this week
Offensive Player of the Game
Jonathon Brooks, RB (So.) - Brooks tallied 164 yards on 21 carries for the night, averaging 7.8 yards per tote. When the sophomore was getting the ball, the Longhorns offense was moving. When he wasn’t, things weren’t going so great for a large portion of the game. His impact was crucial for the Horns in this game as they were without freshman and week 1 starting running back C.J. Baxter. Brooks more than stepped up, and asserted himself as not only the top option for Texas right now but also as a premier back in the conference.
Jahdae Barron has been huge for the Longhorns secondary this year, showcasing his big play ability and strength in coverage. Photo: Tim Warren, Getty Images
Defensive Player of the Game
Jahdae Barron, DB (Sr.) - Barron earns DPOG for his 9 tackle effort including 6 solo tackles. His performance in this game was good enough to earn the highest coverage grade for any defensive back in the Power 5 this week. He was flying all over the field and routinely made open field tackles for 3rd down stops when the Horns needed it.
Junior wide receiver Xavier Worthy finished with a team high 4 catches for 56 yards on Saturday. Photo: Tim Warner, Getty Images
Play of the Game
Xavier Worthy, WR (Jr.), 44-yard touchdown reception - Worthy took a quick out pass from Quinn Ewers and beat his man to the sideline, then put on the burners and faked out one more Wyoming defender on his way to the endzone. The play broke a 10-10 tie in the 4th quarter, and the Longhorns never looked back.
Brooks showcased his incredible combination of speed and power on a 61-yard run in the 4th quarter against the Cowboys. Photo: The Daily Texan
HIM of the Game - This award goes to the player showing the most toughness, grit, and true Texas Fight in a winning effort
Jonathon Brooks, RB (So.) - Brooks picks up his second award of the week from me, as his 10 broken tackles led all Power 5 running backs. Even outside of his monster 61-yard carry, he would have tallied over 100 yards on the night, much of it coming after contact. He’s shown he’s not easy to bring down, often moving piles forward by keeping his feet moving and leaning forward for extra yardage. JB24 is HIM!
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