AUSTIN – Former five-star recruit Anthony Cook on Thursday said he “won’t play another snap for the University of Texas.”
In a tweet, thethird-year defensive back said the decision had “nothing to do with anyone or anything." He added: "Please respect my decision."
The sudden decision by a potential starter is surprising, especially given how well regarded Cook was as a star at Houston Lamar. He was a U.S. Army All-American ranked No. 7 in the state and No. 10 among defensive backs, per the 247Sports composite rankings. He was also a near-consensus top-10 cornerback.Over two seasons at Texas Cook played in 25 games with seven career starts, six of which came last season. He recorded 42 tackles, two tackles for loss, one sack and three pass deflections.
Cornerback Anthony Cook, who started six games last season as a sophomore, is leaving the Texas football program, he announced Thursday evening on Twitter.

Anthony Cook@_ACook21
Due to unfortunate situations I will not be playing another snap for the University of Texas . Has nothing to do with anyone or anything . Please respect my decision
Cook was ranked as a top 100 national recruit out of Houston Lamar in the class of 2018. He started one game as a freshman and six last season, recording 24 tackles and two pass breakups with one forced fumble. Cook had six tackles (four unassisted) in the Alamo Bowl upset of Utah.
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