When Texas starting running back CJ Baxter went down with a season-ending knee injury, freshman Christian Clark was presented as an option to receive his carries.
That option is no longer available.
Clark, a Rivals four-star recruit in the Class of 2024, was ruled out for the season after tearing his Achilles tendon in practice on Monday, the Longhorns announced Tuesday. The injury will require surgery.
From UT: “Texas freshman running back Christian Clark sustained a torn Achilles tendon in practice on Monday, will undergo surgery and be out for the season.”
— Anwar Richardson (@AnwarRichardson) August 13, 2024
The injury leaves Texas with only three scholarship running backs left for a season fans are hoping will include the expanded College Football Playoff, with junior Jaydon Blue, sophomore Quintrevion Wisner and freshman Jerrick Gibson still available.
Blue was third on the team last year with 398 rushing yards (6.1 yards per carry) plus four total touchdowns. Wisner posted 73 yards in sporadic work as a freshman, while Gibson …