Chip Brown of 247 Sports confirmed on Monday that Texas senior kicker Bert Auburn will remain with the Longhorns for his additional year of eligibility.
Auburn, a fourth-year kicker, has appeared in 28 games. He was selected to Phil Steele’s 2024 Preseason All-America Second Team and named to the 2024 preseason first-team All-SEC by the media.
In 2023, Auburn established UT single-season records for field goals made (29) and points scored by a kicker (143). He also set the Texas and Big 12 Conference record with 19 consecutive field goals made. Auburn also set a Texas record for a kicker with 21 points scored against Texas Tech.
Auburn joined the Longhorns as a redshirt freshman and currently holds the program record for total field goals made at 61. He is following in the footsteps of LA Charger and former Longhorn Cameron Dicker.
ATLANTA – Texas senior kicker Bert Auburn, who has an additional year of eligibility, told Horns247 on Monday he plans to return to Texas next season.
And special teams coach Jeff Banks said despite signing a senior transfer punter, he wants freshman Michael Kern to stay at…
— Chip Brown (@ChipBrown247) December 30, 2024
Bert Auburn and the Texas Longhorns will face the Arizona State Sun Devils in the Peach Bowl CFP quarterfinal on New Year’s Day from Mercedes Benz Stadium in Atlanta at 12 p.m. CT.
In an unexpected turn of events, Texas Longhorns kicker Bert Auburn has announced that he will be returning for an additional year with the team. After much speculation about his future in the NFL draft, Auburn has decided to delay his professional career and continue to represent the burnt orange and white.
Auburn, a standout player for the Longhorns, has been a key player in many crucial moments for the team. His strong leg and accuracy have helped lead the Longhorns to victory in several close games, making him a fan favorite among the Texas faithful.
With Auburn’s decision to stay, the Longhorns are sure to have a reliable and talented kicker for the upcoming season. Head coach Tom Herman expressed his excitement about Auburn’s return, stating, “Bert is a valuable asset to our team and we are thrilled to have him back for another year. His leadership and skills on the field will be instrumental in our success next season.”
Fans of the Longhorns can look forward to seeing Auburn in action once again as he continues to solidify his place as one of the top kickers in college football. Stay tuned for more updates on Bert Auburn and the Texas Longhorns as they prepare for the upcoming season. #HookEm
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