# Texas Longhorns linebacker dismissal and roster adjustments

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/texas-longhorns-linebacker-dismissal-and-roster-adjustments
> Updated: 2026-08-24T21:13:16.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian dismissed junior linebacker Ty’Anthony Smith during fall camp for “conduct detrimental to the team.” The departure occurred as the team was already managing a thin linebacker corps following several NFL departures and player transfers.

In response to the vacancy, the program has begun adjusting its defensive depth. The team is looking to Florida State transfer Justin Cryer to fill the MIKE linebacker position, with Sarkisian describing Cryer as a “pro’s pro.” Additionally, junior safety Jordon Johnson-Rubell has transitioned to linebacker after increasing his playing weight from 189 to 212 pounds.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-24: Texas Longhorns adjust linebacker depth after Ty’Anthony Smith dismissal

Texas Longhorns linebacker Ty’Anthony Smith has been dismissed for conduct detrimental to the team, leading to Justin Cryer taking the MIKE position and Jordon Johnson-Rubell moving from safety to linebacker.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/texas-longhorns-adjust-linebacker-depth-after-tyanthony-smith-dismissal

### 2026-08-21: Texas Longhorns dismiss linebacker Ty’Anthony Smith

Texas Longhorns linebacker Ty’Anthony Smith has been dismissed from the football program for “conduct detrimental to the team,” leaving the defense to rely on transfers and freshmen.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/texas-longhorns-linebacker-tyanthony-smith-leaves-program

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