61 Days Until Kickoff — Who Is Your Fav No. 61?

[Blake Munroe]

We are down to 61 days until the Longhorns head north to Columbus to take on the Buckeyes in the season opener. Who’s your favorite No. 61?

Some options today include:

Bud McFadin

Paul Jetton

[Blake Munroe]

Bud McFadin (1948–1950, Offensive Guard):

Collegiate Career:

•  Played a key role in Texas’ 7-3-1 season in 1948, including a 41-28 win over No. 8 Georgia in the Orange Bowl.

•  Anchored the offensive line as a guard, known for his toughness and versatility.

•  Competed in multiple sports, excelling as a boxing and wrestling champion at Texas.

Accolades:

•  Consensus All-American (1950).

•  All-Southwest Conference selection (1950).

•  Inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame (1983).

 

Paul Jetton (1984–1987, Offensive Guard):

Collegiate Career:

•  Started as an offensive guard, contributing to Texas’ offensive line during the mid-1980s.

•  Served as a team captain, demonstrating leadership on and off the field.

•  Also competed in shot put for the Texas track and field team, placing third in the 1987 Southwest Conference Championships.

Accolades:

•  Two-time All-Southwest Conference selection (1986, 1987).

•  Drafted in the sixth round of the 1988 NFL Draft by the Cincinnati Bengals.

[HenryJames]

Why do you hate Tillman Holloway?

[GDI]

Bud  McFadin probably the most underrated Longhorn ever. 
You very seldom hear his name mentioned. Total badass.

Thanks for including him Blake. 

[Jeff Howe]

2 hours ago, HenryJames said:

Why do you hate Tillman Holloway?

Everyone must show respect to the face mask made of Legos.