University of Texas Athletics

Bryant Westbrook

Induction:
2019

Bryant Westbrook was a hard-hitting, four-year starting cornerback who played a major role in Texas’ resurgence during the mid-1990s. A San Diego native, he helped lead the Longhorns to three conference championships, including the final Southwest Conference title in 1995 and the first Big 12 title in 1996. He contributed to two historic wins—ending Texas A&M’s 31-game home streak in 1995 and upsetting No. 3 Nebraska in 1996.

A two-time first-team all-conference selection and 1996 second-team All-American, Westbrook totaled 183 tackles, nine interceptions, and 34 pass breakups in 43 games. Drafted fifth overall in 1997 by the Detroit Lions, he played six NFL seasons, recording 13 interceptions, including three returned for touchdowns. His best season came in 2000 with six interceptions. After his playing career, he transitioned into coaching, working in high school football, and now serves as the owner of a gym in Houston.

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