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Nolan Cain to leave Longhorns, return to Texas A&M
By Billy Gates at KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
Cain, an associate head coach and recruiting coordinator for the Longhorns since 2025, will return to the Texas A&M Aggies in a similar role, adding yet another wrinkle to the rivals' coaching carousel the past two seasons.
Why this matters in The Barton Creek
The departure of Nolan Cain from the Longhorns to Texas A&M will likely resonate with local fans who closely follow the rivalry between the two teams. Given the recent coaching changes in both programs, Cain's move adds to the intrigue surrounding the recruitment of top high school talent in the Central Texas area. As an associate head coach and recruiting coordinator, Cain's influence on the Longhorns' ability to attract and retain local players will be missed. His return to Texas A&M may shift the balance of power in recruiting battles, potentially affecting the composition of both teams' rosters in the coming years. Local football enthusiasts will be watching to see how the Longhorns respond to Cain's departure and how his presence at Texas A&M impacts the recruiting landscape in the region. The move is a significant development in the ongoing coaching carousel between the two rivals.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Cain, an associate head coach and recruiting coordinator for the Longhorns since 2025, will return to the Texas A&M Aggies in a similar role, adding yet another wrinkle to the rivals' coaching carousel the past two seasons.
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