Just In: Jalen Milroe has agreed to terms with Texas’s Longhorns
It was a chilly, late November morning in Austin, but inside the Texas Longhorns’ football facility, the atmosphere was electric. Rumors had swirled for weeks: Jalen Milroe, the dynamic dual-threat quarterback who lit up the SEC with his blistering speed and deep-ball accuracy, was eyeing a return to the Lone Star State.
Milroe, a Texas native, had committed to the Crimson Tide out of high school, leaving Longhorns fans wondering what could have been. He had dazzled on Saturdays, but something was missing. He craved the home-field roar, the pride of playing for his state’s flagship program. Now, after months of speculation and behind-the-scenes talks, Milroe was ready to make his mark in burnt orange.
He walked into the Longhorns’ office alongside his family and agent, greeted by head coach Steve Sarkisian. The two shared a knowing smile—a bond formed years ago when Sarkisian had first recruited Milroe before Alabama had swooped in.
“Welcome home,” Sarkisian said, extending a hand.
“Glad to be back, Coach,” Milroe replied, shaking it firmly.
They sat down at a table draped in the Texas flag. The contract lay in front of them, a deal that would see Milroe not only suit up for the Longhorns but also become the centerpiece of the program’s future. It wasn’t just about NIL deals or playing time—it was about legacy. Milroe wanted to be the one who brought Texas back to national prominence.
“I’ve thought a lot about this,” Milroe said, looking around the room. His eyes landed on a framed photo of Vince Young’s iconic national championship moment. “I want that. I want to win here, for this team, for this state.”
The room fell silent as he picked up the pen. With a swift signature, it was done.
“Congratulations,” Sarkisian said, clapping him on the back. “You just made every Longhorn fan’s day.”
Milroe grinned, slipping on a Texas hat. He pulled out his phone and recorded a quick video for social media. “Longhorn Nation,” he said, flashing his trademark smile, “I’m home. Let’s get to work.”
Within minutes, the news broke: Jalen Milroe was officially a Texas Longhorn. Social media exploded, with Longhorn fans celebrating the homecoming of their star. And as Milroe stepped outside, the cool Texas breeze on his face, he knew he had made the right decision. The next chapter of his career would be written in Austin, where the expectations were sky-high—but so was his determ
ination to deliver.