The Texas Longhorns have dreams of securing a high-caliber addition to their running back room. Former Florida Gators star Jadan Baugh would have been just that. He never entered the portal, but for a time,

He'll join a group of Texas cornerbacks that includes talented underclassmen like Graceson Littleton, Wardell Mack, Kobe Black and Warren Roberson, who combined to play stout pass defense in the Longhorns' Citrus Bowl victory over Michigan.

Former Texas wideout Jordan Shipley suffered third-degree burns over 20 percent of his body and is in serious condition.

The first-year player has multiple suitors, with the Longhorns not being the only Power 4 program the defensive tackle is set to visit. Simpson also has official visits scheduled with the SMU Mustangs, Washington Huskies, and Illinois Fighting Illini.

The Texas Longhorns and the No. 22 Tennessee Volunteers meet Tuesday at Food City Center in Knoxville, Tennessee. Tip-off is set for 9 p.m. ET.

Texas was ranked behind only UConn in the Associated Press and USA TODAY Coaches polls this week. The Longhorns have held down the runner-up spot in both polls since the beginning of December.

All Texas native Parker Livingstone wanted to do growing up was play college football for the Texas Longhorns. Livingstone, a three-star recruit in the

Preview the Texas Longhorns' matchup with Tennessee Volunteers, including live stream, TV channel, odds, and game information.

Now, though, the Longhorns are reloading, using the portal to their own benefit. According to multiple reports, they have landed a commitment from Bo Mascoe, one of the top defensive backs available in the portal, who will step in looking to make an immediate impact for new defensive coordinator Will Muschamp.