CJ Baxter
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May see much usage to begin season
Texas' head coach Steve Sarkisian said the team will be more aggressive in using Baxter for its 2025 season, Hank South of 247Sports.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Texas' spring camp saw a limited Baxter. So though the running back fully recovered by fall, UT's head coach believed he would take a long-term and patient approach in using his newly healthy RB. But after much of fall camp, that no longer appears to be the case. Baxter has seemingly shed previous concerns, so much so that he may build off his already strong 2025 season. He logged 138 carries for 659 yards (4.8 averaged per carry) and five touchdowns. Baxter also recorded 24 receptions for 156 yards.
Texas' spring camp saw a limited Baxter. So though the running back fully recovered by fall, UT's head coach believed he would take a long-term and patient approach in using his newly healthy RB. But after much of fall camp, that no longer appears to be the case. Baxter has seemingly shed previous concerns, so much so that he may build off his already strong 2025 season. He logged 138 carries for 659 yards (4.8 averaged per carry) and five touchdowns. Baxter also recorded 24 receptions for 156 yards.
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2024 Fantasy Outlook
Fans caught a glimpse of the 2023 five-star's ability to handle a full workload after Jonathon Brooks tore his ACL last year, and the early signs were encouraging. Baxter handled 69 rushing attempts in the final five games and ran for 330 yards (4.8) and two touchdowns to go with 13 catches on 14 targets in that span. 4.8 YPC doesn't stand out, especially when Brooks was peeling off 6.1 YPC, but it's important to remember Baxter was a true freshman. Even with Texas moving to the SEC, Baxter still profiles as an elite fantasy running back who is not only talented, but should handle the bulk of the workload for an explosive Texas offense.
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Full participant in scrimmage
Baxter (knee) was a full participant in Saturday's scrimmage, according to Chip Brown of 247Sports.com.
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Donning brace in practice
Baxter (knee) has been practicing with a brace on his knee, Joe Cook of On3.com reports.
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Looking good for opener
Texas' head coach Steve Sarkisian is confident Baxter (knee) will be available before the 2025 Longhorns begin their regular season, Hank South of 247Sports.com reports.
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Limited in spring
Baxter (knee) won't be a full participant in the Longhorns' spring practice, per 247sports.com.
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Undergoes successful surgery
Baxter underwent a successful procedure on his knee after tearing both his ACL and PCL in fall camp, Anwar Richardson of Rivals.com reports.
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