Coming out to Austin by way of Florida, John Burt tantalized the previous coaching regime with his blazing (no hyperbole here; just fact) Olympic-caliber speed. But, there was always something missing to prevent Burt from becoming an elite WR for the Longhorns.
Was track a factor? The Horns football squad shared the talented speedster with the track team, as he competed in the 110-meter hurdles for his first two seasons in Austin.
Enter offensive wunderkind Herman.
Everywhere Tom Herman has gone, his offenses have thrived. This season, John Burt looks to be a key figure in what should be a vaunted Longhorns attack.