This story has been updated to reflect Golden’s return.
ARLINGTON, Texas – Texas Longhorns wide receiver Matthew Golden left Friday’s Cotton Bowl matchup against Ohio State with a left ankle injury, according to the ESPN broadcast.
Golden returned to the game in the second half, catching a pivotal 27-yard pass to put the Longhorns in the red zone.
Golden originally went to the medical tent and returned for a few plays before being called for a 15-yard penalty. He then went back to the injury tent again.
The former Houston transfer has been one of the Longhorns’ best weapons this season. He entered the game with 56 receptions for 939 yards and seven touchdowns. He also made a tough one-handed 24-yard grab on Texas’ first drive of the game.
Here’s everything to know about Golden’s injury:
Matthew Golden injury update
Golden suffered an injury to his left ankle on Friday in the semifinals of the College Football Playoff at the Cotton Bowl, according to the ESPN broadcast.
Golden originally went into the injury tent before returning for a few plays. He apparently wasn’t ready for game action as he went back to the tent. Golden also picked up a 15-yard penalty when he returned to the field.
Golden returned in the second half.
What is Matthew Golden’s injury?
Golden injured his left ankle against Ohio State on Friday, according to the ESPN broadcast.