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.