EDGE Zina Umeozulu returning to Texas

Texas Longhorns edge rusher Zina Umeozulu entered and subsequently exited the NCAA transfer portal, reaffirming his commitment to Texas on Sunday. Umeozulu, standing at 6’5 and weighing 262 pounds, has three years of eligibility left and initially joined Texas from Allen as part of the 2024 recruiting class. He had previously considered offers from top programs, including Alabama, Georgia, and USC, before choosing Texas, where his brother, Neto, is an offensive lineman.

During the 2024 season, Umeozulu redshirted, playing only one snap against Louisiana-Monroe. By 2025, his role expanded significantly, participating in 12 games and accumulating 203 snaps. His performance included 13 tackles, three tackles for loss, and two sacks, with a notable 10 quarterback hurries. With the departure of starter Ethan Burke, Umeozulu is anticipated to be a key player in the defensive rotation at Jack