Texas Football Staff Rankings: Who Are the Top 40 on the Forty? (20-11 Revealed)

Jeff Howe, CJ Vogel, and Lifetime Longhorn Marcus Myers continue the “Top 40 on the Forty” countdown, breaking down players ranked No. 20 through No. 11 on the Texas roster heading into the 2026 season.   The conversation dives into which Longhorns have the highest floors, which players could make major jumps, and where Texas may get its biggest impact from portal additions and young breakout candidates. From the interior defensive line and offensive tackle spots to the crowded wide receiver room, running back competition, linebacker play, and secondary depth, the guys explain why this part of the countdown could look very different by the end of the season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.