Out of the fear that Texas football re-injures starting quarterback Sam Ehlinger worse than he’s already at right now could mean that the coaching staff plays it very safe with him in Week 9. The shoulder injury Ehlinger suffered against the Baylor Bears that took him to the locker room before halftime meant that junior Shane Buechele was tossed into action cold off the bench.
The difference for this offense for Texas football with Buechele leading the way compared to Ehlinger was quite clear. Although, Buechele does have plenty of starting experience in the past so he’s not the worst backup to have in the mix.