Texas Loses Two Linemen, Quinn Ewers Throws Pick During Rough Stretch for Longhorns

A top-notch start against Clemson briefly came to a screeching halt.

Cameron Williams blocks during No. 3 Texas's 17–7 win over No. 20 Texas A&M on Nov. 30, 2024. / Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

For much of the first half of its first-round CFP game against No. 13 Clemson Saturday, it appeared No. 4 Texas would cruise.

However, a disastrous two-play sequence brought the Longhorns' initial momentum to a screeching halt.

First, offensive lineman Cameron Williams limped off with an apparent leg injury. Then, offensive lineman Jake Majors went to the locker room after being on the receiving end of an illegal Tigers block.

That block negated what would've been a catastrophe for Texas, as quarterback Quinn Ewers threw an interception that was returned for a touchdown. The Longhorns were able to recover and hold Clemson to a field goal.

Cameron Williams got tackled right into his leg. After just getting Kelvin Banks Jr. back into the lineup, now the Texas RT limps off with the help of trainers.

— Bryan Fischer (@BryanDFischer) December 21, 2024

Texas C Jake Majors has left the medical tent and is heading to the locker room. Texas RT Cam Williams is currently on the sidelines.

— Anwar Richardson (@AnwarRichardson) December 21, 2024

Eventually, a touchdown pass from Ewers to tight end Gunnar Helm pushed Texas's lead to 28–10. The Longhorns' beat-up offensive line will be a storyline to watch going forward, however—especially if Texas can finish the job and advance to the Peach Bowl against Arizona State.

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