Smith Out Cryer Rising at MIKE | Texas Longhorns Football News

Texas Longhorns defense is reshaping fast as Ty’Anthony Smith exits the program, clearing the way for Justin Cryer to seize the starting MIKE linebacker role. After missing spring practice with shoulder surgery and struggling to catch up, Smith’s departure paves the path for Cryer, who’s surged ahead with standout performances. With four new transfers bolstering the linebacker corps and defensive coordinator Will Muschamp demanding upgrades, Cryer and Rasheem Biles are stepping up — and the season opener against Texas State may just be their proving ground. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a35bf7fa685c0628