Texas jumped out to a 14-3 lead over Arizona State within the blink of an eye fixed.
After a fast two-play scoring drive on the Longhorns’ first possession, senior large receiver Silas Bolden scored on a 75-yard punt return landing.
After fielding the punt on the Texas 25-yard line, Bolden made one defender miss earlier than discovering a seam in the midst of Arizona State’s punt protection and accelerating for the landing.
Bolden transferred to Texas in January 2024 after 4 seasons at Oregon State (2020-23).
He is had a minor function within the Longhorns offense, coming into Wednesday’s Peach Bowl with 22 receptions, 243 yards and two complete touchdowns.
Arguably, Bolden’s greatest play earlier than his landing towards Arizona State was one other one which showcased his blistering velocity.
Earlier this season towards Oklahoma, Bolden additionally gave Texas a 14-3 lead after he sprinted downfield and recovered a unfastened ball following operating again Quintrevion Wisner’s fumble ultimately zone.
Bolden has game-changing velocity. He hasn’t had as many alternatives to indicate it at Texas, however he makes probably the most of it when he does.
