Texas Football Moves Brad Spence From Linebacker to Edge

Texas Longhorns defensive edge coach LaAllen Clark announced that Arkansas transfer Brad Spence will permanently move from linebacker to the edge position ahead of the 2025 season. Spence, a 6-foot-2, 241-pound junior, showed pass-rushing explosiveness during spring practice, prompting the coaching staff to make the positional change. This move addresses depth concerns at edge after senior Trey Moore shifted to linebacker and allows Spence to utilize his versatility, including coverage skills he developed at linebacker, in the Longhorns' flexible defensive scheme. Spence joins established starters Colin Simmons and Ethan Burke and will rotate with other reserves, enhancing the team's pass-rushing options. Coaches praised Spence's ability to perform multiple roles, comparing him to Moore’s previous hybrid contributions, and highlighted his potential impact on the defense. The transfer adds valuable depth to a Texas front seven already considered one of the nation's strongest, positioning the Longhorns well for the upcoming season.