#36
Austin Lee
Returning to Rice for 2026
Missouri City, Texas → Ridge Point
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Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
Splits & context
Supporting Cast · Scheme
Staff and system around the player
Head Coach
Scott Abell
How he plays
2026 Outlook
Rice
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Safety · Rice
Returning around him
- Transfer portal: -2 net (20 in / 22 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Rice · Last season: 5-8 · Talent rank #106 · 2026 recruiting class #104
Background
Ridge Point High School Two-sport standout who averaged 14.5 yards per carry (523 yards on 36 carries) and scored six touchdowns for coach Rick LaFavers as Ridge Point finished 11-1 and advanced to the second round of the 6A playoffs… Blocked a punt that led to a touchdown to help Ridge Point cap...
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