AUSTIN -- Even with 19 career starts, Shane Buechele was battling nerves.
The Texas junior quarterback from Arlington Lamar hadn't taken a game snap since the Texas Bowl, watching Sam Ehlinger solidify his hold on the position. Then Ehlinger left early in the first quarter Saturday against Baylor with blood on his hand. What was supposed to be a cameo for Buechele turned into a full relief effort in a 23-17 win not secured until the final play.
"You never want this to happen. You never expect it to happen," Buechele said. "Just talking with my family and my teammates, they've always said stay ready and be the best teammate that you can be.