Thursday, veteran Texas Longhorns kicker Bert Auburn announced he was entering the transfer portal. On Friday, UT coach Steve Sarkisian found his replacement. Texas has a commitment from Texas State kicker Mason Shipley.
Shipley, who will be a senior for the coming season, has kicked 31 of 35 field goals in his career. The Liberty Hill, TX native was was first-team Sun Belt kicker for 2023 and a semifinalist for the 2023 Lou Groza Award. He also made a 60-yard FG last season setting both the school and conference record.