Late Houston native Chris Gilbert set the standard for Texas running backs. 'A tremendous talent'

Former Spring Branch and UT star Chris Gilbert, who died Monday at 79, was fondly remembered by former teammates for his ...

Chris Gilbert, original Wishbone RB and once Texas' all-time leading rusher, dies at 79

Chris Gilbert played at Texas from 1966-68, and he rushed for 3,231 yards during his time with the Longhorns. He was UT's all ...

Former Texas Longhorns RB Passes Away at 79

The former Longhorn passed away in Houston after a lifetime of serving the Texas community.

Before Earl Campbell, there was Chris Gilbert: Texas icon dies at 79

Before Ricky and Earl, there was Chris Gilbert.

Former Texas star, College Football Hall of Famer dies at 79

Texas Longhorns legendary running back Chris Gilbert has died, the university announced. He was 79. A member of the College Football Hall of Fame, Gilbert died Monday in Houston. “We lost a great ...