Jerrod Heard has taken over as the Texas Longhorns' starting quarterback, bringing a level of confidence that should lock him into the job for the rest of the season.
Sure, it was Rice, but Heard's running and big-play ability has put an indelible mark on this team.
Making his first start since high school, Heard was electric against the Owls. Equal parts effective and explosive, the speedy quarterback needed only seven passes to put up 120 yards and two touchdowns, including a gorgeous 69-yarder to John Burt, while also using his special athleticism to run for 96 yards on 10 carries.