On May 7, AllTrojans reported that according to Matt Zenitz of AlDot.com, USC linebacker Palaie Gaoteote was planning on departing USC for Steve Sarkisian’s Texas Longhorns. Read More: USC Bids Farewell to Star Linebacker However, per Sports Illustrated’s Longhorns Country, the dynamic linebacker might be headed to the midwest. Publisher Matt Galatzan writes, “The pursuit of Gaoteote may have hit a major roadblock in recent days, when, per a report from Horns247’s Mike Roach, the Ohio State Buckeyes became involved in his recruitment. With the Buckeyes now involved, the Longhorns, per Roach are not only no longer considered the runaway favorites for the linebacker’s services, but likely seen as the underdog’s in the pursuit behind the defending Big 10 champions.” The 6’2″, 250-pound defender is known for his high-impact tackles. In his career at USC he has totaled 105 tackles, including 7.5 for losses for 21 yards (with two sacks for minus 11 yards).…
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