With multiple spots available, the Texas Longhorns used one of them to turn senior walk-on defensive back Jarmarquis Durst into a scholarship player this week, sparking an emotional reaction from the Houston native:
As Durst addressed his teammates about what he learned on a mission trip to Jamaica, a man impacted by that journey congratulated the senior on his scholarship, sending his teammates into a frenzied celebration.
The 6’2, 190-pounder has an interesting story. Originally recruited to Tarleton State as a wide receiver out of Conroe Oak Ridge, Durst played in nine games as a true freshman, catching two passes for 18 yards and a touchdown.