Muschamp, who previously worked as Texas's defensive coordinator between 2008 and 2010 under head coach Mack Brown, has demonstrated his success in developing defenses. In fact, Texas's 2010 BCS starting defense is one example of Muschamp's success while with Texas.

The Texas Longhorns are hiring former Florida and South Carolina head coach Will Muschamp as Steve Sarkisian's defensive coordinator, replacing Pete Kwiatkowski.

The Longhorns are parting ways with defensive coordinator Pete Kwiatkowski and passing game coordinator Duane Akina.