Seven Longhorns Invited to 2026 NFL Combine
Anthony Hill Jr., Malik Muhammad, and Trey Moore headline the group of seven Texas players headed to Indianapolis to showcase their skills.
AUSTIN, Texas — The pipeline from the Forty Acres to the NFL remains as strong as ever. The NFL officially announced its invite list for the 2026 Scouting Combine today, and seven Texas Longhorns have received the call to Indianapolis.
Headlining the group is linebacker Anthony Hill Jr., widely projected as a first-round selection. Hill's sideline-to-sideline speed and ability to blitz from anywhere make him one of the most intriguing defensive prospects in the entire class.
The Invite List
The full list of Longhorns headed to Indy (Feb 24 - March 2) includes:
- LB Anthony Hill Jr.
- CB Malik Muhammad: A lockdown corner whose length fits the modern NFL prototype.
- EDGE Trey Moore: The UTSA transfer proved his production translates to the SEC.
- TE Jack Endries: A reliable safety valve in the passing game who improved as a blocker.
- OL D.J. Campbell: A powerful interior lineman with creating massive run lanes.
- DB Jaylon Guilbeau: Versatility is his calling card, able to play multiple spots in the secondary.
- S Michael Taaffe: The former walk-on turned defensive captain continues his incredible story.
What This Means for 2026
Losing seven starters—particularly leaders like Hill and Taaffe—leaves significant holes to fill for Steve Sarkisian's squad. However, it also serves as a powerful recruiting tool.
"When you come to Texas, you get developed for the next level," Sarkisian said in a statement. "These seven young men have earned this opportunity through hard work and dedication. We couldn't be prouder."
The focus now shifts to spring practice, where younger talents like Liona Lefau (LB) and Kobe Black (CB) will be expected to step into the massive shoes left by these departing stars.
Draft Stock Watch
Scouts are particularly eager to see:
- Hill's 40-yard dash: Can he break the 4.5 mark?
- Muhammad's agility drills: Proving he can mirror elite receivers.
- Moore's bench press: Answering questions about his functional strength vs. NFL tackles.
The NFL Combine begins February 24 on NFL Network.
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Depth Chart Takeaway
We review each story for roster effect: position competition, injury availability, transfer movement, playing time signals, and likely changes to the projected two-deep.
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