Texas football continued reshaping its defensive infrastructure this offseason with a targeted addition that aligns closely with its recent staff overhaul and long-term vision. The Longhorns hired Garrett Cox as a senior defensive analyst, poaching the veteran staffer away from the Georgia Bulldogs. He most recently served as a defensive analyst at Georgia during the 2025 season, contributing to one of the nation’s most consistent defensive programs. “Texas is hiring Georgia’s Garrett Cox as a senior defensive analyst, a source tells @CBSSports. As Texas prepares for the 2026 season, the addition of the former Bulldogs defensive assistant coach signals a calculated effort to accelerate defensive development through experience, continuity, and proven conference insight.