Texas running back CJ Baxter will miss the entire 2024 season due to a knee injury suffered during practice. He tore both his PCL and LCL and will undergo surgery, with an expected recovery time of six to nine months. Baxter was expected to feature prominently in coach Steve Sarkisian’s offense after a strong freshman season.
Injury Details:
– Torn PCL and LCL
– Surgery required
– Expected recovery time: 6-9 months
– Baxter was expected to be a key player in the offense
– Junior Jaydon Blue and sophomore Quintrevion Wisner will compete for the No. 1 spot in the backfield
– Texas will face some of the nation’s most stalwart defenses in their first season in the SEC.