LOOK: Former Texas EDGE Peter Mpagi undergoes successful heart replacement surgery
Peter Mpagi, a former Texas Longhorns defensive end, has undergone a successful heart replacement surgery following a three-year battle with cardio myopathy following his freshman season, he revealed Friday.
“August 25th, 2022 is a day I will never forget,” Mpagi wrote on Twitter. “The Lord was able to bless me with a new heart to change my life for the better. I want to thank the doctors and nurses who took care of me. I’m also very thankful for all the prayers and support I received. Philippians 1-6.”
While his football career may be over, Mpagi seems to be in good spirits following his life-changing procedure. He’ll surely be watching next Saturday as his Longhorns kick their season off against ULM.
Quinn Ewers provides humble reaction to winning Texas starting quarterback job
Steve Sarkisian’s decision to name Quinn Ewers the starter surprised some. Reports out of Austin stated Hudson Card was likely to be the guy and shortly after, the Texas head coach made his decision known to the public. The Ohio State transfer would lead the Longhorns onto the field against Louisiana-Monroe.
For the first time since being named the starter, Ewers spoke to the media and had a humble reaction. He said since Sarkisian’s decision, the pressure has been taken off and everything is easier. Even so, he credited Card and still wants to “grow off” the more experienced guy.
“It’s been a great week for me and the team,” Ewers said. “I feel like once Sark named the starter it’s gotten easier, at least for me. Obviously, Hudson is a great quarterback and I’m excited to still grow off each other but this week has been a lot of fun.”
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Ewers said a personal conversation with Sarkisian is how the news was broken to him. Card had the same treatment, with Ewers saying the head coach “wanted to respect” the two quarterbacks.
“He spoke to us individually,” said Ewers. “He just wanted to respect me and Hudson. I’m just super excited for this year.”