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College Football News / A to Z Sports / December 8
CJ Baxter enters the transfer portal, closing a three-year chapter defined by promise, injury, and what-ifs
CJ Baxter, the former five-star centerpiece of the Longhorns' 2023 recruiting class and Offensive Newcomer of the Year, told ESPN he's officially entering
College Football News / CFB-HQ on SI / December 8
Star SEC running back enters transfer portal after College Football Playoff snub
Texas closed the 2025 regular season 9-3 and accepted a Citrus Bowl invite to face Michigan (9-3) on December 31. This comes after the Longhorns finished No.
College Football News / Heartland College Sports / December 8
Former Big 12 Newcomer of the Year Enters Transfer Portal
CJ Baxter is heading into the transfer portal. After three seasons with the Texas Longhorns, the former top back in their recruiting class is officially putting his hat in the ring.
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College Football News / Texas Longhorns on SI / December 8
Texas Longhorns Running Back CJ Baxter Plans to Enter Transfer Portal
The Texas Longhorns' 2025 regular season ended on a high note after defeating the Texas A&M Aggies; however, unfortunately, the win was not enough to sneak the Longhorns into the College Football Playoff, and they will be heading to the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl to take on the Michigan Wolverines.
Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / October 28
CJ Baxter Loves This Intangible Trait of Matthew Caldwell
As fans everywhere are aware of, the status of Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning remains somewhat in the air after a tackle forced him to exit the
College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 24
Injury Update: CJ Baxter will return to play against Mississippi State, providing support to the Longhorns' offense
CJ Baxter’s return to the Longhorns' lineup couldn’t come at a more critical moment. The sophomore running back, a 6-foot-1, 227-pound weapon out of Orlando, missed the bulk of this season with a hamstring injury, logging only 24 carries for 110 yards (4.6 yards per carry).
Texas Longhorns News / Touchdown Texas / October 23
Sarkisian Speaks on CJ Baxter Making His Return
After weeks of rest and recovery for running back CJ Baxter, who suffered a hamstring injury in Texas’ third game of the season against UTEP, he’s finally set to make his return for the Longhorns against Mississippi State on Saturday.
Texas Longhorns News / Yardbarker / October 23
Return of key offensive weapon could provide Arch Manning with needed boost
A first-year starting QB's best friend can be a reliable ground game, but Texas has struggled to establish one.
College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / October 22
Texas’ CJ Baxter probable for Week 9 vs. Mississippi State
The Texas Longhorns received positive news on the injury front ahead of their Week 9 road trip. Running back CJ Baxter is probable for Saturday at Mississippi State, according to Pete Nakos of On3.
Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / October 22
A Key Piece of Texas Offense Returns to Practice After Long Absence
The Texas Longhorns have accumulated two consecutive conference wins, but for some fans and critics, something still seems to be missing on the offensive side of the ball.
College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 21
CJ Baxter’s return could reignite Texas’ struggling offense and give Arch Manning the help he needs
At 5–2 overall and 2–1 in the SEC, Texas has the record of a contender. That said, its offense has yet to find its identity, spending the past month stuck in neutral.
College Football News / Texas Longhorns on SI / October 20
Steve Sarkisian Shares Optimistic Injury Update on Running Back CJ Baxter
As Texas Longhorns football looks to build on its two-game win streak in the SEC, they have done so with half of its expected deadly running duo, CJ Baxter, who is out with a hamstring injury.
Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / October 18
Texas Longhorns Will Once Again Be Without Half of Standout Running Back Duo
Entering the team's matchup against Kentucky, Texas football will once again find itself without backup running back CJ Baxter. According to the team's latest injury report, alongside a few other notable names on the offensive side of the ball, Baxter was listed as out for the team's game against the Wildcats.
Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / October 13
Texas Longhorns Receive Major Update on Running Back CJ Baxter
The Texas Longhorns got exactly what they needed after an ugly loss to the Florida Gators, Texas game about the week after, and responded resoundingly with a stunning 23-6 victory over the No.
College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / October 11
Texas RB CJ Baxter ruled out for Red River Rivalry vs. Oklahoma
Texas Longhorns running back CJ Baxter Jr. will not play in Saturday’s Red River Rivalry against the Oklahoma Sooners, according to On3 reporter Pete Nakos. “Texas running back CJ Baxter has been ruled out for Saturday against Oklahoma.
College Football News / Touchdown Texas / September 15
Sarkisian Gives Injury Update on CJ Baxter
During Texas’s game with UTEP on Saturday, redshirt-sophomore running back CJ Baxter got injured on his first play of the game as he took a handoff for six yards before getting tackled, and then limped off the field.
Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / August 31
Texas Longhorns RB CJ Baxter 'Super Grateful' in Return From Injury
AUSTIN -- The No. 1 Texas Longhorns experienced some season-opening disappointment in Saturday's 14-7 loss to the No. 3 Ohio State Buckeyes but it still marked a major milestone for a key member of the offense.
College Football News / Athlon Sports / August 24
Projected Fantasy Football Gem Suffers Injury in NFL Preseason Finale
The Texas Longhorns' running back room suffered a massive blow last season, with the injury of CJ Baxter. Baxter suffered a torn LCL and PCL right before the beginning of the 2024 season.
Texas Longhorns News / Touchdown Texas / August 21
Texas Lands Running Back Duo on Comeback Player of the Year Award Watch List
The Texas Longhorns have made their way through fall camp and two scrimmages now, and are just nine days out from the day that the 2025 season will kick off.
College Football News / Yardbarker / August 20
NFL Draft intel: Could embattled QB salvage draft hopes?
Each week, Yardbarker monitors the 2026 NFL Draft, scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh. From a Miami quarterback to a Wake Forest running back, here are five players we're tracking.
College Football News / A to Z Sports / August 15
Texas Longhorns running back draws comeback inspiration from a national champion – aiming for big 2025 season
Texas Longhorns running back CJ Baxter is fresh off of his season-ending knee injury recovery and is already turning heads in fall camp. The former No.
Texas Longhorns News / EasySportz / July 28
2025 Texas Longhorns Football Season Preview: In Arch We Trust
The Texas Longhorns enter the 2025 season with sky-high expectations following back-to-back College Football Playoff (CFP) semifinal appearances. With head coach Steve Sarkisian in his fifth year, the program is poised to compete for an SEC Championship and a national title.
2025 Mississippi State football opponent preview: Texas
For the first time in more than 20 years, a quarterback named Manning will be playing in the Magnolia State this upcoming season. Texas will travel to Starkville, Miss.
College Football News / Athlon Sports / June 18
Texas Football Gets Huge Update on Former 5-Star Recruit Wednesday
In a thrilling development for Texas Longhorns fans, former five-star recruit and top-ranked running back CJ Baxter has returned to the practice field,
College Football News / Athlon Sports / May 13
Greg McElroy Explains Why He Excluded Texas' CJ Baxter From RB Rankings
Texas Longhorns running back CJ Baxter finished second on the team with 659 rushing yards in 2023 and was due for a big year in 2024. However, things
College Football News / Athlon Sports / May 12
Greg McElroy Reveals Running Back Ranking for Texas Standout Tre Wisner
The Texas Longhorns' running back room hit a roadblock before the 2024 season even started. After a breakout campaign in 2023, CJ Baxter was the expected starter, but he suffered a season-ending LCL and PCL tear on Aug.
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