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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 / Sporting News / October 4

Next man up: How No. 9 Texas can conquer the swamp without CJ Baxter

With star running back CJ Baxter sidelined, No. 9 Texas heads into Gainesville relying on depth, discipline, and a talented group of receivers to take down the Florida Gators.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / October 3

Texas RB CJ Baxter out for Week 6 showdown vs. Florida

C.J. Baxter has been ruled out for the No. 9 Texas Longhorns’ Week 6 showdown at Florida, coach and team officials confirmed Friday via the SEC student-athlete availability report and an Inside Texas tweet from Justin Wells.

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Texas’ CJ Baxter to miss Sam Houston game due to hamstring injury

The Texas football team’s victory over UTEP quickly turned bittersweet when running back CJ Baxter went down with a hamstring injury on his very first carry.

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.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / September 14

Texas HC Steve Sarkisian shares CJ Baxter injury update after UTEP game

The Texas Longhorns’ 27-10 win over UTEP on Saturday came at a cost, as running back CJ Baxter exited on the very first play of the game with a hamstring injury.

College Football News / Texas Longhorns on SI / September 13

Steve Sarkisian Gives Injury Update on Texas Longhorns RB CJ Baxter

AUSTIN -- The Texas Longhorns offense is dealing with some notable injuries on offense as non-conference play nears an end. In the 27-10 win over the UTEP Miners at home on Saturday, Texas running back CJ Baxter got injured on the first play and exited to the sidelines gingerly.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / September 13

Texas Longhorns Dealt Another Potential Injury Blow on Offense

AUSTIN -- The Texas Longhorns are dealing with another notable injury on the offensive side of the ball. After the first play from scrimmage in Saturday's home game against the UTEP Miners, Texas running back CJ Baxter received a carry before walking off gingerly and eventually making his way to the locker room.

College Football News / Texas Longhorns on SI / September 2

CJ Baxter Relied On One Former Texas Longhorns Teammate for Advice After His Injury

Texas Longhorns running back CJ Baxter made his return to the gridiron Saturday, posting his first performance for Texas since his injury in 2024. He is not the first running back in the past few seasons for the Longhorns to suffer a season-ending injury, with a similar occurrence inflicting his predecessor Jonathon Brooks in his time with Texas.

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.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / August 26

CJ Baxter Speaks on Texas Longhorns' 2023 Recruiting Class Readiness to Lead

Steve Sarkisian has created a pipeline of talent as he heads into his fifth season at the helm of the Texas Longhorns. From a 5-7 first season to back-to-back College Football Playoff appearances, the Longhorns' string of talent seems in no rush to stop anytime soon with the way Sarkisian has recruited at Texas.

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.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / August 20

CJ Baxter Could Be Missing Link to Texas Longhorns Offense in 2025

There is plenty of buzz surrounding the Texas Longhorns as they head into the 2025 season with major championship expectations. With one of the most talented rosters in the country, highlighted by the first year of Arch Manning as the Longhorns' starting quarterback, and a defense that should be one of the best units in all of college football.

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College Football News / Texas Longhorns on SI / August 15

Longhorns RB CJ Baxter Gains Inspiration From NCAA Title-Winning Girlfriend Mia Scott

After missing the 2024 season in its entirety due to a knee injury he endured during a fall camp, Texas Longhorns running back CJ Baxter prepares to take

College Football News / Texas Longhorns on SI / August 15

Texas Longhorns RB CJ Baxter Opens Up on 'Brutal' Injury Recovery

AUSTIN -- After missing out on his sophomore season due to injury, Texas Longhorns running back CJ Baxter is back -- and hopefully better than ever. Baxter met with the local media on Thursday for the first time since tearing his ACL last August, an injury that forced him into a long recovery.

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 / Texas Longhorns on SI / July 31

Texas Longhorns RB Better Than Expected in Return From Injury at Fall Camp

The first day of fall camp is officially here for the Texas Longhorns, who begin their season on August 30 in Columbus against Ohio State. Quintrevion Wisner, who was named to the Maxwell Award Pre-Season watch list, is expected to be the number one running back for Steve Sarkisian's offense this season.

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.

College Football News / Mississippi State Bulldogs on SI / July 9

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.

College Football News / Gridiron Heroics / October 24

Texas Longhorns vs. Vanderbilt Commodores Prediction, Odds, Moneyline 10/26/2024

FirstBank Stadium will witness an exciting NCAAF Week 9 clash between the Texas Longhorns and the Vanderbilt Commodores this Saturday afternoon. The Texas Longhorns are ranked sixth in the Southeastern Conference with a 2-1 conference score, and 6-1 overall on the season.