QB Shane Buechele announces transfer to SMU

Shane Buechele has made his transfer from Texas official and has a new home.

The quarterback announced on social media Thursday that he will graduate from Texas this spring and then begin his academic and athletic career at SMU after that. In his note, Buechele thanked Texas and the coaches he’s played for.

Thank you Longhorn Nation. On to the next chapter. pic.twitter.com/3Wk65mSByf

— Shane Buechele (@BGShaneBuechele) February 7, 2019

As a graduate transfer, Buechele will be eligible to play this fall. He only has one year left of eligibility after spending three seasons at Texas.

During his Longhorns career, Buechele completed 62.2 percent of his passes for 4,636 yards and 30 touchdowns.