Colt McCoy Returns to DKR

After his time as the Longhorn quarterback on the Forty Acres, McCoy played 13 seasons in the NFL and now works as managing partner and founder at commercial real estate firm HPI in Fort Worth. Earlier this year, he was appointed to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, where he champions student success in public higher education statewide.

"Colt has applied the same leadership we saw on the field to everything he's done since," said UT President Jim Davis. "He's an example to all Longhorns that no matter what they go on to do, the leadership skills they develop here will carry them far. We can't wait to welcome Colt back to the Forty Acres to share his wisdom with our graduates."

In his address, McCoy instructed graduates to catch a "touchdown pass" of advice. With their hands in the air, thumbs together, he spelled out three pieces of wisdom:

1. Build your life on something that lasts, even if it takes a little longer.
2. Start with the small things and stack wins each day.
3. Make the right choices, even when they're hard.

To close out his speech, McCoy channeled his days as quarterback, hyping the crowd up and having them repeat a phrase they used to yell in the Texas Longhorns locker room.