Michael Masunas

Michael Masunas is an American college football tight end for the Texas Longhorns. He previously played for the Michigan State Spartans.

Early life Masunas is from Tucson, Arizona. He grew up playing football and played many positions before focusing on tight end and defensive end when he entered Sabino High School in Tucson. In his first year of high school football, he was named the 3A Freshman of the Year. Masunas posted 17 receptions for 207 yards and two touchdowns in 2019 before transferring to Hamilton High School for his junior year. As a senior, he helped Hamilton to a record of 11–1 while posting 18 receptions for 274 yards and two touchdowns.

College career

Michigan State As a true freshman at Michigan State University in 2022, Masunas redshirted. He was used on special teams in 2023 and played in nine games. During the 2025 season, Masunas tallied 19 receptions for 232 yards and three touchdowns. At the end of the season, Masunas entered the transfer portal.

Texas On January 5, 2026, Masunas transferred to the Texas Longhorns for his final year of eligibility.

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