Texas replaces defensive coordinator
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Steve Sarkisian says the hire of Will Muschamp will free him up to devote more attention to the Texas offense.
Texas has a new defensive coordinator ahead of its Dec. 31 Citrus Bowl matchup against Michigan. Head coach Steve Sarkisian announced Thursday that the Longhorns have fired defensive coordinator Pete Kwiatkowski and defensive pass game coordinator Duane Akina while hiring veteran Will Muschamp as defensive coordinator.
Texas announced Thursday it has fired defensive coordinator Pete Kwiatkowski after his fifth season with the Longhorns and brought back former defensive coordinater Will Muschamp to replace him. The Longhorns also fired defensive pass game coordinator Duane Akina after one season.