Tom Herman is already trying to get the Texas offense back in a crucial preseason, and now it looks like he'll have another problem to deal with reaching that goal. Starting center Zach Shackelford suffered a foot sprain during practice on Thursday and will be out indefinitely, school officials said in a statement.
But the news isn't all bad, as Shackelford should be back in the middle of the line when Texas opens their season on Aug. 31 against Louisiana Tech. His absence from the remainder of the team's practices is likely a precautionary measure to prevent the injury from getting any worse.
In all likelihood, the Longhorns will turn to right guard Derek Kerstetter at the starting center position with Shackelford out.
Shackelford started as a true freshman in the 2016 season and has been one of the team's best players on offense. Last season as a junior, he started 10 games.
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