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UTSA Offensive Coordinator Justin Burke is leaving the program to become the offensive coordinator at Kentucky, reuniting with former UTSA OC Will Stein. Burke took over play-calling duties in 2023 after Stein’s departure and oversaw a consistently productive offense, though fan frustration has grown. Tight ends coach Hunter Rittimann is expected to call plays in UTSA’s bowl game and is a potential candidate to be the full-time OC in 2026. Head coach Jeff Traylor favors internal hires, but will conduct a wide search of internal and external candadates for the 2026 season. With key offensive players expected to return, UTSA anticipates a strong offense next season if they can retain players.

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Burke Bolts for Kentucky: Stein Reunion Shakes Up UTSA Coaching Staff

San Antonio, TX – UTSA’s offensive coordinator, Justin Burke, is heading to Lexington, Kentucky, to take the same role under former Roadrunners OC Will Stein, Dave Campbell’s Texas Football has confirmed. Burke, who stepped into the play-calling role for UTSA in 2023 when Stein departed for Oregon, will be reunited with his former colleague as Kentucky’s new offensive coordinator.

Burke’s tenure at UTSA saw a continuation of offensive success, although has garnered the ire of fans in recent times. The Roadrunners averaged 31.9 points per game in 2023, following Stein’s final 36.8 points per game in 2022. Despite the consistent scoring, UTSA’s 7-6 records in both 2023 and 2025, led to fan disapointment.

The departure leaves a void in UTSA’s coaching staff. Tight ends coach Hunter Rittimann is slated to take over play-calling duties for the upcoming bowl game. Rittimann could be a candidate for the full-time OC position in 2026.

Head Coach Jeff Traylor has a history of promoting from within, having elevated both Stein and Burke in the past. However, the program expects to conduct a thorough search of internal and external candidates.

Looking ahead, UTSA’s offense has the potential to remain potent in 2026. Quarterback Owen McCown is expected to return, along with other key offensive players. The Roadrunners will need to retain their playmakers through the transfer portal.

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