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Longhorns Daily News: Texas DB Jahdae Barron is a Jim Thorpe Award semifinalist

Texas Longhorns defensive back Jahdae Barron has landed himself on this year’s Jim Thorpe Award semifinalist list. The annual award is given to the nation’s top collegiate defensive back. Barron, a redshirt senior, has become a highlight of Texas’ defense in 2024.

How good is Michael Taaffe and Jahdae Barron playing?

Here's their stats compared to players widely regarded as the best at their positions:
(Snaps- Taaffe (203)/Downs (214) - Barron (255)/Hunter (235) pic.twitter.com/LturSepezw— Nash (@NashTalksTexas) October 30, 2024

WHAT THEY’RE SAYING ABOUT THE LONGHORNS

Austin American-Statesman: Golden: That Nov.