Thirteen Former Texas Longhorns Expected on 2025 NFL Week 1 Rosters

The 2025 NFL season is set to begin soon, with 13 former Texas Longhorns rookies expected to make Week 1 rosters, including notable players like Matthew Golden, Kelvin Banks Jr., Jahdae Barron, Andrew Mukuba, Gunnar Helm, and Jaydon Blue, many of whom were high draft picks and are anticipated to contribute significantly. Recently, four former Longhorns—Bijan Robinson, Josh Thompson, DeMarvion Overshown, and Jaydon Blue—reunited during the NFL preseason finale between the Atlanta Falcons and Dallas Cowboys, highlighting the strong Texas presence across NFL teams. Jaydon Blue, drafted by the Cowboys, and Josh Thompson, an undrafted defensive back with the Falcons, saw playing time, while Robinson and Overshown observed due to injury or rest. Overshown is recovering from a severe knee injury and aims to return to his promising linebacker form, while Robinson is a highly regarded running back saving energy for the regular season. Meanwhile, Texas Longhorns fans are also looking forward to new college talent, including several promising players from the San Antonio area who are expected to make an impact in the 2025 college football season. The ongoing transition from college to professional ranks, combined with emerging college players, signals a vibrant future for Texas football at both levels.