Texas Football: Vance Bedford Back in the Fold

Bedford Returns to Austin

Vance Bedford is back in Austin. The former Texas Longhorns football player and defensive coordinator has been hired by new head coach Steve Sarkisian to lead the Longhorns' defense.

Bedford spent the past two seasons as the defensive coordinator at Michigan. Before that, he was the defensive coordinator at Indiana for three seasons.

Bedford's Background

Bedford is a veteran coach with over 20 years of experience. He has coached at both the college and professional levels.

As a player, Bedford was a standout defensive back for the Longhorns. He was a consensus All-American in 1990 and was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2011.

Bedford's Coaching Philosophy

Bedford is known for his aggressive defensive style. He likes to pressure the quarterback and force turnovers. He also emphasizes fundamentals and discipline.

Bedford's defenses have been successful at both Michigan and Indiana. In 2019, Michigan's defense ranked 13th in the nation in scoring defense. In 2017, Indiana's defense ranked 10th in the nation in interceptions.

Bedford's Impact on Texas

Bedford's hiring is a major coup for Sarkisian and the Longhorns. Bedford is a proven defensive coordinator who can help turn around a struggling defense.

The Longhorns have not had a top-25 defense since 2009. Bedford is the type of coach who can change that.

Bedford's hiring is a sign that Sarkisian is serious about turning around the Texas football program. Bedford is a winner, and he can help the Longhorns get back to winning ways.