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Muschamp Returns to Texas as Defensive Coordinator
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Will Muschamp, a seasoned college football coach, returns to the University of Texas as their new defensive coordinator, marking a new chapter in his career. After serving as a defensive analyst at Georgia, Muschamp joins Steve Sarkisians staff at Texas, replacing Pete Kwiatkowski. Sarkisian praised Muschamps defensive mind and leadership, expecting it to elevate their defense. Muschamps coaching journey includes leading Florida Gators, Auburn, and South Carolina, with his most successful year at South Carolina in 2017. This move brings Muschamp full circle, as he was once considered the head coach-in-waiting at Texas under Mack Brown.
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