Veteran QB CJ Rogers Makes Surprising Commitment to Texas Longhorns for 2025
In a major offseason move, multi-time transfer quarterback CJ Rogers has committed to playing for the Texas Longhorns. Rogers announced his decision during an official visit to Austin, marking the fourth transfer acquisition for Texas this winter. Inside Texas reported on January 3 that the graduate transfer quarterback finalized his commitment amidst a weekend filled with high-profile visits from other transfer targets.
Rogers, a former standout at Argyle High School, gained recognition for leading his team to a 4A-1 state championship while throwing for over 3,000 yards and 48 touchdowns in his senior season. His addition to the Longhorns brings not only experience but also much-needed depth to the quarterback room ahead of the 2025 season.
Head coach Steve Sarkisian and quarterbacks coach AJ Milwee reportedly sought an experienced signal-caller to bolster the roster, particularly with the potential departures of starting quarterback Quinn Ewers and walk-on QB Cole Lourd. Rogers will join a competitive quarterback group featuring Arch Manning, spring enrollee KJ Lacey, and Trey Owens.
Rogers’ college journey has been eventful, with stops at Baylor, Texas State, and FCS Houston Christian. This past season, he appeared in seven games for the Huskies, including three starts against Stephen F. Austin, Incarnate Word, and Nicholls State. He also gained experience taking snaps against FBS teams like SMU and UTSA.
This commitment signals a strategic move for Texas, ensuring depth and stability at quarterback as they prepare for what could be a pivotal season. With Rogers in the mix, the Longhorns are assembling a roster built to contend at the highest level.
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