Texas edge rusher Colin Simmons is expected to play against Tennessee on Saturday despite aggravating a foot injury last week in the game against UTSA. Simmons is listed as probable, offering some relief for the Longhorns as they prepare to face the Volunteers in an 11 a.m. kickoff.
Senior running back Hollywood Smothers is questionable with an undisclosed injury, adding some uncertainty to Texas’s backfield options. Tight end Nick Townsend is considered doubtful for the game, while defensive lineman Justus Terry, defensive back Xavier Filsaime, and offensive lineman Jordan Coleman are ruled out altogether.
The Longhorns will need to adjust their lineup with those absences, especially on the defensive front where Terry’s absence could be felt. Simmons’s availability, however, means Texas will still have one of their primary edge rushers ready to pressure Tennessee’s offense.
The injury to Simmons occurred during the previous match, but the team’s medical staff evidently believes he can contribute on Saturday. This game will test Texas’s depth, particularly with several players sidelined or limited.
The Volunteers will be aware of Texas’s injury situation but will have to prepare for Simmons’s presence on the field. For now, the Longhorns are managing their roster with Simmons probable and other players listed as questionable or out as they face a challenging road game.
According to Yahoo Sports.