JD Andress

JD Andress

Joined: Mar 31, 2025

JD has been a part of the On SI team for 3 years now. He covers the Texas Longhorns as a staff writer in football and baseball, as well as being a contributor for the Wake Forest website. Fan of football, baseball, and analytics. Grew up surrounded by Longhorn fans and is excited to cover all things Texas.

Texas Longhorns running back Raleek Brown (0) runs with the ball as Mississippi Rebels safety Nick Cull (29) and cornerback Jaylon Braxton (2) pursue at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium.

Texas Longhorns wide receiver Cam Coleman (8) walks on field before the game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium.

Missouri Tigers running back Ish Witter (21) runs with the ball during the second quarter against the Texas Longhorns in the 2017 Texas Bowl at NRG Stadium.

Texas Longhorns Head Coach Steve Sarkisian during the first half against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium.

Texas Longhorns linebacker Rasheem Biles (3) reacts after making a defensive stop during the second half against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

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Reactions from the first College Football Playoff bracket for the 2026 season

Texas Longhorns wide receiver Cam Coleman (8) and offensive lineman Brandon Baker (73) react after Coleman caught a touchdown pass during the first half against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Darrell K. Royal- Texas Memorial Stadium.

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One major concern plagues the Texas Longhorns despite dominant win over the Mississippi State Bulldogs

Mandarin's Brysen Wright (1) looks on during the second quarter of a high school football matchup at Mandarin High School, Friday, Sept. 19, 2025, in Jacksonville, Fla. The IMG Academy Ascenders defeated the Mandarin Mustangs 57-7.

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The No. 1 recruit for the 2028 cycle has set a commitment date, and the Texas Longhorns have been named finalists

Mississippi State Bulldogs running back Davon Booth (6) runs the ball during the fourth quarter against the Texas Longhorns at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field.

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The Texas Longhorns got a critical win against the Ole Miss Rebels in week eight, and now look for another win against the state of Mississippi against the Mississippi State Bulldogs

Texas Longhorns linebacker Justin Cryer (28) reacts after a penalty was called on the Florida Gators offense during the first half at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium.

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After landing former Clemson commit RJ Hudson, the Texas Longhorns have eyes set on another ACC commit to add to the 2027 class.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) looks on from the sidelines after a medical check during the second half against the Mississippi Rebels at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

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The staggering difference between the Texas Longhorns' third quarter and their opponents could ruin the season.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) warms up before the game against the Mississippi Rebels at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium.

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An 'edgy' Arch Manning could be the difference the Texas Longhorns needed to turn the 2026 season around.

Texas Longhorns offensive line Trevor Goosby (74) is carted off the field after an injury during the first half against the Mississippi Rebels at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium.

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After a thrilling win over the Ole Miss Rebels, the Texas Longhorns got devastating news for the status of star left tackle Trevor Goosby

Texas coach Steve Sarkisian prepares to lead his team onto the field to start the college football game against Texas on Sept. 26, 2026, in Knoxville, Tennessee.

The Texas Longhorns cannot afford another loss, and now host the top-10 ranked Ole Miss Rebels

Texas Longhorns Head Coach Steve Sarkisian and players enter the field at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium before a game against the Florida Gators

Five players who play a crucial role as the Texas Longhorns look to keep the season alive against the Ole Miss Rebels

Texas Longhorns defensive coordinator Will Muschamp observes his players before a game against the UTSA Roadrunners at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium.

The offense certainly did the Texas Longhorns no favors in the loss to the Florida Gators, but the defense was a big part of the problem as well

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) runs back on the field during the game between the Sooners and the Longhorns at Cotton Bowl.

With the season on the line for the Texas Longhorns, Arch Manning makes a vow ahead of the ranked showdown against the Ole Miss Rebels