Longhorns Daily News: Texas DC Will Muschamp is earning rave player reviews

TL;DR

Texas defensive coordinator Will Muschamp is receiving positive feedback from players, particularly from starting safety Jelani McDonald, who praises his intensity and professionalism. Muschamp's return is seen as a significant boost for the Longhorns' defense.

Key points

Will Muschamp is the newly re-hired Texas defensive coordinator.
Players are excited about Muschamp's intensity and professionalism.
Jelani McDonald highlighted the positive energy Muschamp brings to practice.
Muschamp previously led successful defensive units at Georgia.

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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - DECEMBER 2: Co-Defensive Coordinator Will Muschamp of the Georgia Bulldog looks on prior to the SEC Championship game against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on December 2, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images) | Getty Images

The football program’s defensive crew is stoked to have newly re-hired Texas defensive coordinator Will Muschamp on their side, rather than on the side of one of the program’s numerous Southeastern Conference foes, like Georgia, where Muschamp helped lead more than one historic defensive unit.

Among those players is Longhorns starting safety Jelani McDonald, who recently spoke up on Muschamp’s contributions throughout the offseason so far.

“His intensity pours out on the whole team. The energy he brings to practice. His professionalism is just so high. We have to follow him and pour into what he’s going to build,” McDonald told Hook ‘Em Headlines earlier this week.

Brick by brick, it seems as though Muschamp is building an absolute unit within Texas’ defensive culture.

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Q&A

What are players saying about Texas defensive coordinator Will Muschamp?

Players, including starting safety Jelani McDonald, have praised Muschamp for his intensity and professionalism, highlighting the positive energy he brings to practice.

Why is Will Muschamp's return to Texas significant for the football program?

Muschamp's return is significant as he brings experience from leading successful defensive units at other programs, enhancing the Longhorns' defensive strategy.

How did Will Muschamp perform at his previous position at Georgia?

At Georgia, Muschamp helped lead multiple historic defensive units, contributing to the team's overall success in the Southeastern Conference.

What impact is Will Muschamp expected to have on the Texas Longhorns defense?

Muschamp is expected to instill a strong work ethic and high standards in the defense, as indicated by players' enthusiastic responses to his coaching style.