Texas Tackle Trevor Goosby Undergoes Knee Surgery
The standout offensive lineman successfully repaired a torn patellar tendon sustained during recent play.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Football
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Texas left tackle Trevor Goosby underwent successful surgery on Tuesday to repair a torn patellar tendon in his left knee. The procedure was performed in Dallas by Dr. Daniel Cooper.
Why it matters
The injury, caused by a combination of patella tendonitis and pass-set pressure, removes a first-team All-SEC selection from the lineup as the team navigates the remainder of its season. His absence leaves a significant vacancy at the left tackle position.
Recovery from the surgery is projected to take six to nine months. The injury occurred with 4:58 remaining in the first quarter of the game.
The players
Trevor Goosby
He is a redshirt junior offensive lineman at the University of Texas who earned first-team All-SEC honors in 2025.
Dr. Daniel Cooper
He serves as the head team physician for the Dallas Cowboys and performed the surgery on the injured tackle.
Andre Cojoe
He is an offensive lineman tasked with replacing the injured starter at the left tackle position for the remainder of the season.
The details
Dr. Daniel Cooper performed the operation, which confirmed there was no damage to other ligaments in the knee. Redshirt junior Trevor Goosby, who was named a first-team All-SEC selection in 2025, has been replaced at the left tackle position by Andre Cojoe.
Timeline
Tuesday, October 27, 2026: Surgery was performed in Dallas.
December 2026: Goosby is scheduled to graduate.
January 2027: A decision on his future with the team or the NFL Draft will be made.
Season Trajectory
The loss of a cornerstone lineman significantly alters the team's depth chart as they move deeper into the 2026 schedule. With Andre Cojoe stepping in at left tackle, the team faces a tactical shift in pass protection and offensive stability for the final stretch of the season.
The immediate impact is a solidified change at left tackle with Andre Cojoe handling the position. Fantasy players and fans should note that the offensive line configuration is now locked in for the remainder of the season following this rotation change.
The takeaway
Maintaining long-term health is the primary priority for collegiate athletes facing significant orthopedic procedures. Careful rehabilitation over the coming months will be the critical factor determining whether Goosby can return to the field for the 2027 season.
What happens next
Trevor Goosby is expected to make a final decision regarding his return to the University of Texas for the 2027 season or his entry into the NFL Draft in January 2027.
Further reading
For more updates on the roster, visit the Austin Football section.
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