Former Texas Longhorns defensive back Michael Huff is headed to the College Football Hall of Fame. Huff is one of 18 players named to the 2025 class.
The former Oakland Raider played at Texas from 2002 to 2005 and was a key part of the ’05 national championship team that defeated USC in the Rose Bowl, where he Defensive MVP in the thriller.
Huff was also the first Longhorn to win the Jim Thorpe Award and becomes the 23rd Texas player to go into the Hall of Fame. The Irving, TX native was chosen from a ballot that included 77 players and nine coaches from the NCAA Football Bowl Subdivision.
“This is an incredible honor and an unbelievable blessing for my family. Growing up in Texas, playing for the Longhorns was a dream come true, and now representing my school and program that changed my life is such an honor and privilege. This is a tribute to the great teams I played on, the awesome teammates and coaches I was so fortunate to play with and for, and of course, Mack Brown, who I will forever be indebted to for recruiting me to Texas and helping bring the absolute best out of me.” — Michael Huff
Huff currently serves as Texas Football’s assistant director of player development. He was a two-sport athlete for the Longhorns, earning All-Big 12 honors in both football and track and field.
One of Huff’s most memorable plays was the tackle he made on fourth-and-2, late in the National Championship game, that gave Texas the ball for their game-winning drive. He recorded 12 tackles, one tackle for loss and a fumble recovery in helping the Horns secure their first national title in 35 years.
“What an amazing story and truly deserving selection to the College Football Hall of Fame Michael is. He was a tremendous leader, player and representative of our program who was an invaluable member of our team. He is one of the best to ever wear the burnt orange and white, was gifted in many ways and accomplished so much as a player, but the best part about him is he’s an even better person. He’s always been an incredibly caring person who constantly gives back in the community, has a wonderful family, and is sharing his knowledge and experience as he pours back into the current team for Coach Sarkisian. Sally and I are extremely proud of Michael and looking forward to welcoming him into the College Football Hall of Fame family.” — Former Texas coach Mack Brown
A two-time All-American who earned unanimous first-team honors as a senior, Huff was a four-year starter for the Longhorns and one of only 25 unanimous first-team All-Americans in the history of Texas Football.
AUSTIN, TX – OCTOBER 22: Safety Michael Huff #7 of the Texas Longhorns during the game against the Texas Tech Red Raiders on October 22, 2005 at Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas. Texas defeated Texas Tech 52-17. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
“I’m so fired up for Michael on his College Football Hall of Fame selection. He’s a guy who I always admired as a player during his time at Texas and in the NFL. His accomplishments as a player are well documented, but personally, I’ve really enjoyed my time getting to know him since I came to Texas and am so fortunate to have him on our staff. I couldn’t be happier for him and his family and look forward to celebrating him all year as we lead up to the induction ceremony in December.” — Texas coach Steve Sarkisian
Texas Longhorns in College Football Hall of Fame:
PLAYERS:
Michael Huff (2002-05)
Hub Bechtol (1944-46)
Earl Campbell (1974-77)
Doug English (1972-74)
Chris Gilbert (1966-68)
Jerry Gray (1981-84)
Derrick Johnson (2001-04)
Johnnie Johnson (1976-79)
Malcolm Kutner (1939-41)
Bobby Layne (1944-47)
Roosevelt Leaks (1972-74)
Bud McFadin (1948-50)
Bob McKay (1968-69)
Steve McMichael (1976-79)
Tommy Nobis (1963-65)
James Saxton (1959-61)
Harley Sewell (1950-52)
Kenneth Sims (1978-81)
Jerry Sisemore (1970-72)
Bud Sprague (1923-24)
Harrison Stafford (1930-32)
Ricky Williams (1995-98)
Vince Young(2003-05)
COACHES:
Dana Bible (1937-46)
Darrell Royal (1957-76)
Mack Brown (1998-2013)
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