The Texas Longhorns received positive news on the injury front ahead of their Week 9 road trip. Running back CJ Baxter is probable for Saturday at Mississippi State, according to Pete Nakos of On3. The junior could finally return after being sidelined for five straight games. Has not played since UTEP in September.

He suffered a hamstring injury on his very first carry against UTEP in Week 3. The injury occurred early in the contest and forced him to exit immediately, leaving Texas without one of its most experienced running backs.

Before the injury, Baxter had shown promising signs with 104 yards on 23 carries through the season's first two games. He also contributed in the passing game with seven receptions for 22 yards.

Can CJ Baxter jumpstart the Texas Longhorns' offense?

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