Texas Longhorns running back CJ Baxter Jr. will not play in Saturday’s Red River Rivalry against the Oklahoma Sooners , according to On3 reporter Pete Nakos.

“Texas running back CJ Baxter has been ruled out for Saturday against Oklahoma. Will miss his 3rd consecutive game,” Nakos wrote. “Expect the Longhorns to lean on Christian Clark tomorrow, along with Tre Wisner.”

Baxter’s absence continues a frustrating stretch for the Longhorns’ backfield. He suffered a hamstring issue at UTEP and missed last week’s game versus Florida, and Nakos’ update confirms he’ll sit out again, marking his third consecutive missed game. Texas’ injury report also listed Baxter as doubtful before Friday’s announcement.

That puts more pressure on a committee that already looks thin. Freshman Christian Clark

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