A Texas Longhorns offense searching for more explosiveness could receive a boost from freshman wide receiver Jermaine Bishop, whose playmaking ability is putting pressure on the coaching staff to find ways to get him playing time.
After reportedly catching two touchdown passes during Friday’s practice, Bishop also had a receiving touchdown during Saturday’s scrimmage, continuing a trend of the 6’0, 166-pounder taking advantage of every opportunity afforded him, including regularly converting third downs during the first scrimmage.
“I think the one thing about Jermaine that I really value about him, the moment is never too big for him,” Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian said on Saturday. “Whether we put him in with the ones in a two-minute drill, whether it’s with the ones in a red zone lockout situation, whether it’s putting him in with the ones in a situational masters walkthrough at night where it’s a very intricate situation, he’s very poised, he’s very composed, he’s very confident to go along with his ability.”
Known for bringing an upbeat energy to the meeting rooms and the field, Bishop also has the work ethic to maximize that incredible natural talent.
“He’s got playmaking ability. He’s a savvy route runner. He’s competitive. He’s tough,” Sarkisian said.
“It wouldn’t surprise me at all in a couple weeks if he has a significant role offensively for us,” Sarkisian said.