The Texas Longhorns’ football program has been dealt another significant blow with the departure of Terry Joseph, who was recently promoted to safeties coach and defensive passing game and secondary coordinator. Joseph’s exit, which comes at the hands of the New Orleans Saints, marks the third assistant coach to leave the Longhorns this offseason.
Joseph’s departure is a significant loss for the Longhorns, as he played a crucial role in recruiting top defensive back talent, including Jahdae Barron and Kyle Hamilton (who ultimately chose Notre Dame). His ability to connect with recruits and help shape the team’s defensive strategy will be deeply missed.
The Longhorns’ head coach, Steve Sarkisian, has now seen three assistants leave the program this offseason, with Blake Gideon departing for Georgia Tech and Tashard Choice joining the Detroit Lions. This level of turnover can be challenging for any program, and Sarkisian will need to move quickly to fill the void left by Joseph’s departure.
Anwar Richardson of Orangebloods was the first to report the news of Joseph’s departure, highlighting the ongoing trend of NFL teams poaching top college assistants. This phenomenon has become increasingly common in recent years, as NFL teams seek to tap into the expertise and knowledge of top college coaches.
The loss of Joseph and other assistants serves as a reminder that success in college football can often breed turnover. As programs achieve success, their coaches become more attractive to NFL teams and other college programs, leading to a constant cycle of recruitment and retention.
In the case of the Texas Longhorns, the program’s reputation and resources make it an attractive destination for top coaching talent. However, this also means that the program must be prepared to adapt to the inevitable turnover that comes with success.
As the Longhorns move forward, Sarkisian will need to draw on his own experience and network to identify and recruit top coaching talent. The program’s ability to adapt to this latest setback will be crucial in determining its success in the coming season.
