9-4 isn't anything to brag about. But the way Texas played in its 2012 finale could help ensure that it's 2013 season will be.

Though the Longhorns were down by ten points in the fourth quarter, the offense came together just in time and defeated Oregon State 31-27 in the Alamo Bowl.

University of Texas president William Powers Jr. expressed his support for Longhorns head football coach Mack Brown on Thursday, ensuring everyone that his job security is not in question.

McCoy’s situation parallels his brother’s, Case, a junior who’s been the backup for much of the season at Texas.