AUSTIN, Texas – Blake Gideon, a former Texas Longhorns football player and assistant coach, is returning to Austin to coach the secondary. Gideon is departing his role as defensive coordinator at Georgia Tech to rejoin the Longhorns’ coaching staff.

The move signals a significant addition to Texas’ defensive efforts as they prepare for the upcoming season. Gideon previously served as an assistant coach at Texas from 2011 to 2013, working primarily with the quarterbacks and special teams. He then spent several years at Louisiana-Monroe before taking the defensive coordinator position at Georgia Tech in 2021.

While specific details regarding Gideon’s exact responsibilities within the Longhorns’ coaching structure haven't been fully released, his focus will be on the secondary, a crucial position for any successful football team. The Longhorns are aiming to bolster their defensive capabilities after a strong recruiting period and a competitive 2023 season.

Separately, four-star recruit Cam Coleman is currently visiting the University of Texas. Coleman, a highly sought-after wide receiver from Houston, is considering Texas among several top collegiate programs. His visit provides an opportunity for the Longhorns coaching staff to further impress him and showcase the program's strengths.

The return of Gideon and the visit from Coleman highlight the ongoing activity surrounding the Texas football program as they gear up for another season of competition in the Big 12 Conference, now transitioning to the SEC.