CJ BAXTER JR. #4 - RUNNING BACK - TEXAS LONGHORNS
196  YDS  •
54  ATT  •
0  TD 
#4 - RUNNING BACK - TEXAS LONGHORNS
196 YDS
54 ATT
0 TD
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APRIL 22 • Associated Press
Misses spring game Baxter sat out Kentucky's spring game, per Ryan Black of the Louisville Courier Journal.
Impact Baxter is expected to be one of the Wildcats' top tailbacks alongside Oklahoma transfer Jovantae Barnes. Baxter spent last season at Texas, and had a limited output in the offense while sitting out four games. However, the year prior he ran for 659 yards and five scores on 138 carries -- the tailback has plenty of potential. However, he'll have to wait until he's fully healthy to unlock it.
APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE
Transfers to Kentucky Baxter is transferring to Kentucky, per Pete Thamel of ESPN.
Impact Baxter saw a dip in production this season, carrying the ball 54 times for just 196 yards across eight games after having a strong freshman season. He will look to compete for a spot in the Wildcats' running back rotation during the 2026 campaign and has two years of eligibility remaining.
JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE
Texas RB CJ Baxter plans to enter NCAA Transfer Portal | Sporting News The Longhorns take a major blow.
DECEMBER 8, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Trey Owens and others pile on the heartbreak for Texas after Horns miss CFP Texas running back CJ Baxter and more players rubbed salt in a gaping wound after the Longhorns missed out on the College Football Playoff.
DECEMBER 8, 2025 • HOOKEMHEADLINES.COM
Intends to enter portal Baxter intends to enter the NCAA's transfer portal, Pete Thamel of ESPN reports.
Impact During 2023, Baxter earned offensive newcomer of the year. He did not play 2024 due to a knee injury. After eight games for 2025, Baxter has two years of collegiate eligibility remaining. Considering how well the running back excelled for Texas, him being a top commodity is expected. Given his status, it would not be surprising if Baxter sits out UT's bowl game Dec. 31 against Michigan.
DECEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Suiting up Saturday Baxter (hamstring) is available for Saturday's game at Mississippi State.
Impact Baxter was initially listed as probable for Week 9, but the running back has been cleared to feature and handle his regular workload. The return of Baxter, who hasn't played since Week 3, represents a huge boost to the Longhorns' backfield.
OCTOBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Texas football RB CJ Baxter upgraded on injury report Texas football has been without running back CJ Baxter since he injured his hamstring in a game against UTEP.
OCTOBER 23, 2025 • STATESMAN.COM
Probable for Saturday Baxter (hamstring) is probable for Saturday's game at Mississippi State, per the SEC availability report.
Impact Baxter, who hasn't played since Week 3 due to a hamstring injury, is now probable for Saturday's road clash. He's been practicing so far this week, so this designation is not that surprising. He figures to split carries with Quintrevion Wisner in his return to action.
OCTOBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Texas offense could see CJ Baxter's return against Mississippi State Texas football's offense could get a big boost against Mississippi State with the return of CJ Baxter.
OCTOBER 20, 2025 • STATESMAN.COM
Ramping up in practice Baxter (hamstring) is making progress in his recovery and was at practice Monday, per 247Sports.com.
Impact Baxter hasn't played since Week 3, but he appears to have turned a corner in his recovery. The tailback is back at practice and has reportedly made "a lot of progress." Baxter remains firmly questionable for Week 9 against Mississippi State, but this is the most positive update on his injury yet.
OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Ramping up in practice Baxter (hamstring) is making progress in his recovery and was at practice Monday, per 247Sports.com.
Impact Baxter hasn't played since Week 3, but he appears to have turned a corner in his recovery. The tailback is back at practice and has reportedly made "a lot of progress." Baxter remains firmly questionable for Week 9 against Mississippi State, but this is the most positive update on his injury yet.
OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Not playing Saturday Baxter (hamstring) is out for Saturday's game at Kentucky.
Impact Baxter was listed as doubtful in the initial report Wednesday, but the star tailback won't be an option for this Week 8 contest after all. This means Quintrevion Wisner and Christian Clark should continue to hold down the backfield in Austin. Baxter hasn't played since Week 3.
OCTOBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
CJ Baxter injury update: Will Texas Longhorns RB play vs Kentucky? Several Texas football contributors have injury situations to monitor as the Longhorns prepare to play Kentucky on Saturday.
OCTOBER 16, 2025 • STATESMAN.COM
Doubtful vs. Kentucky Baxter (hamstring) is doubtful for the Longhorns' clash with Kentucky on Saturday.
Impact Baxter hasn't played since Week 3, and it doesn't appear as if that will change against the Wildcats. Quintrevion Wisner and Christian Clark should continue to hold down the backfield in Austin.
OCTOBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Texas Football gets encouraging health update on RB CJ Baxter Longhorns expected to get key reinforcement back against Kentucky. Running back CJ Baxter should be back with the team for the trip to Lexin...
OCTOBER 13, 2025 • USATODAY.COM
Officially ruled out Baxter (hamstring) won't play against Oklahoma on Saturday.
Impact Baxter was considered doubtful on previous injury reports this week, so this isn't all that surprising. The tailback hasn't played since Week 3, and Quintrevion Wisner and Jerrick Gibson should continue to hold down the Longhorns' backfield in the Red River Rivalry.
OCTOBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Doubtful for Saturday Baxter (hamstring) is doubtful for Saturday's game versus Oklahoma, per the SEC availability report.
Impact Baxter appears headed towards missing his third consecutive game Saturday as he is considered doubtful for the Red River Rivalry. He has not played since he suffered his hamstring injury in Week 3 versus UTEP. If he can't go, Quintrevion Wisner will be set to lead the Longhorns' backfield.
OCTOBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Downgraded to out Baxter (hamstring) is out for Saturday's game at Florida.
Impact Baxter was initially listed as doubtful for this contest, but in the end, the running back won't be an option Saturday. Texas' backfield could once again fall into the hands of Jerrick Gibson and Christian Clark since Quintrevion Wisner (undisclosed) is probable.
OCTOBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press
Doubtful vs. Gators Baxer (hamstring) is listed as doubtful for Texas' clash with Florida.
Impact Baxter missed Week 4 against Sam Houston after suffering an injury against UTEP, and he remains unlikely to return as the Longhorns open SEC play. With Quintervion Wisner also questionable, Texas' backfield could once again fall into the hands of Jerrick Gibson and Christian Clark.
OCTOBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Looking to return vs. Florida Baxter (hamstring) is on track to return for Week 6 against Florida, per Chip Brown of 247Sports.com.
Impact Baxter missed Week 4 against Sam Houston after going down with a hamstring ailment in the win over UTEP. The tailback is expected to be available for Texas' SEC opener against Florida, however, as is his backfield mate Quintrevion Wisner. The Longhorns' ground game and offense as a whole should get a big boost against the Gators.
SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Texas Football loses key offensive weapon to injury before Week 4 matchup Already thin at running back, Texas Football suffers another injury blow with an announcement about CJ Baxter.
SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • USATODAY.COM
Steve Sarkisian provides injury update on Texas RB CJ Baxter CJ Baxter is out against Sam Houston, forcing Texas to rely on younger guys.
SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • DALLASNEWS.COM
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