Steve Sarkisian Offers Injury Updates on Key Players
AUSTIN, TEXAS — The Texas Longhorns head coach, Steve Sarkisian, provided a positive outlook on the team’s health ahead of their upcoming game against the Georgia Bulldogs. The team’s bye week came at a crucial time, allowing them to recover and rejuvenate after a challenging Vanderbilt game.
Sarkisian highlighted the progress of three injured players: Ryan Wingo, Michael Taaffe, and Jelani McDonald. All three athletes have been making steady improvements and are expected to be available for the upcoming match.
Ryan Wingo, a sophomore wide receiver, suffered a thumb injury during the Vanderbilt game, which occurred after he scored a 75-yard touchdown. Despite the setback, Sarkisian noted that Wingo could have continued playing if needed. The team has been managing with Taaffe, a redshirt senior safety, who has been playing through a broken thumb sustained in the same game.
The secondary’s struggles intensified when Jelani McDonald, a junior safety, suffered a concussion against the Commodores, forcing him to follow concussion protocol. Additionally, Xavier Filsaime, a redshirt freshman, aggravated a shoulder injury, which could impact the team’s strategy against the Bulldogs, especially with a limited number of experienced players.
Despite the injuries, Sarkisian’s updates indicate a positive trajectory for the team’s health, leaving fans optimistic about their chances in the upcoming game.