OL Cole Hutson rejoins Texas after getting fifth year
Offensive lineman Cole Hutson has officially returned to the Texas football roster.
The story so far
An agreement with the NCAA following a court ruling secured a fifth year of eligibility for the offensive lineman, allowing his return to the team. Outlets including ESPN, On3, 247Sports, Burnt Orange Nation, and Real Radio 92.1 reported the roster addition, while the Austin American-Statesman noted ongoing questions surrounding his status due to the legal situation.
Coverage from Sports Illustrated indicates that the battle at the left guard position is far from over.
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Sources (7)
- The Battle at Left Guard Is Far From Over For Texas Sports Illustrated · 19h ago
- Cole Hutson officially rejoins Texas roster after reaching agreement with NCAA On3 · 19h ago
- Texas OL Hutson Returns After Court Ruling Real Radio 92.1 · 19h ago
- Why OL Cole Hutson's status for Texas football remains in legal limbo Austin American-Statesman · 19h ago
- Cole Hutson reaches an agreement with the NCAA in his legal fight to gain a fifth year of eligibility 247Sports · 19h ago
- Cole Hutson reaches agreement with NCAA to rejoin Texas roster Burnt Orange Nation · 19h ago
- OL Cole Hutson rejoins Texas after getting fifth year ESPN · 19h ago broke it first
The obvious questions
Who is Cole Hutson?
Cole Hutson is an offensive lineman who rejoined the Texas football roster.
Why did Hutson return to the team?
He reached an agreement with the NCAA following a court ruling, gaining a fifth year of eligibility.
How does this affect the team lineup?
Sports Illustrated reports that the battle at left guard is far from over.
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