It’s a sad day for Texas football fans as it has been announced that running back Jonathon Brooks will be undergoing surgery for a torn ACL and will be out for the remainder of the season.
The injury occurred during the Longhorns’ game against Oklahoma State last Saturday. Brooks had been a key contributor to the team’s offense this season, leading the team in rushing yards with 645 and averaging 5.4 yards per carry. He also had four touchdowns on the year.
The news of Brooks’ injury is a huge blow to the Longhorns, who are already dealing with a number of injuries this season. With Brooks out, the team will now have to rely on backup running backs such as Keaontay Ingram and Daniel Young to carry the load.
Brooks’ injury is especially heartbreaking considering he was just beginning to make a name for himself in the Big 12. He had been a consistent performer for the Longhorns and was expected to have a big year.
While it’s unfortunate that Brooks won’t be able to contribute to the team this season, he will still have a chance to make an impact next year. He is expected to make a full recovery from his surgery and should be ready to go for the start of next season.
The Longhorns will now have to press on without Brooks for the remainder of the season. It’s a tough loss for the team, but they will have to find a way to make up for his absence.
