The No. 7 Texas Longhorns can’t seem to catch a break when it comes to their receivers.
On Saturday in Austin, sophomore wideout DeAndre Moore Jr. went down in the third quarter of the home opener against San Jose State, leaving fans holding their breath.
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Moore, who has been a reliable target for Arch Manning, was helped off the field by running back CJ Baxter after what looked like an upper-body injury.
He was shown limping for a bit, but the way he held himself made it clear something wasn’t right. He soon headed into the locker room for further evaluation.
Deandre Moore Jr. being helped to the medical tent after that possession #HookEm | #Texas pic.twitter.com/flx0GPoB3s
— Cory Mose (@Cory_Mose) September 6, 2025
It’s a tough blow for Texas, already missing Emmett Mosley V, who’s been sidelined the past two weeks. For Manning, it means one less weapon as he continues to find his rhythm under center.
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After struggling against Ohio State in Week 1, the quarterback seemed more confident against San Jose State, guiding the Longhorns to a 31-7 lead when Moore left the game.
The Longhorns are still cruising, but Moore’s absence is being felt.
Injury Bug Catching to Texas Early in Season, Next Man Up Mentality
That’s been the story so far for Texas. Injuries in the receiving core have resulted in the Longhorns maneuvering around the depth chart.
Parker Livingstone will be the next man up and possibly the number one option for Manning as the season progresses. With three touchdowns already in the season, two of them today, Livingstone is making a case. Not only that, but it also seems to be a next man-up attitude for Texas.
ARCH MANNING TO PARKER LIVINGSTONE FOR THE 83-YARD TD 🤘 pic.twitter.com/BTotrkwY5E
— ESPN (@espn) September 6, 2025
Let alone this game, Manning has targeted nine receivers, showcasing that it’s not all just a one-man team. And that’s how the offense might progress moving forward.
The injuries to Moore and Mosley will no doubt affect the offense, depending on how significant they are. Luckily for Texas, it’s still early in the season. If not serious, both players can possibly come back later in the season and boost an offense that can light up the country.
For now, it’s a wait-and-see approach, as No. 7 Texas can only hope their young receiver bounces back quickly.
