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In their ‘SEC Era’: Texas, OU set for first-of-its-kind Red River Rivalry at Cotton Bowl
Read full article: In their ‘SEC Era’: Texas, OU set for first-of-its-kind Red River Rivalry at Cotton BowlThe top-ranked Texas Longhorns are entering the weekend as 14-point favorites, but anything can happen in a rivalry game — especially in a rivalry game with 119 years of history.
Texas HC Sarkisian considers Ewers’ long-term goals in decision to start Arch Manning week 4
Read full article: Texas HC Sarkisian considers Ewers’ long-term goals in decision to start Arch Manning week 4Longhorns’ head coach Steve Sarkisian announced his decision to start the top prospect in the Class of 2023 during media availability on Thursday.
Spurs players spotted on sideline at DKR Stadium for UT Austin-UTSA football game
Read full article: Spurs players spotted on sideline at DKR Stadium for UT Austin-UTSA football gameSan Antonio Spurs players traveled to Austin on Saturday to attend the Texas Longhorns vs. UTSA Roadrunners football game.
Texas Longhorns backup QB announces he’s in new college football video game, releases commercial on X
Read full article: Texas Longhorns backup QB announces he’s in new college football video game, releases commercial on XTexas Longorns backup quarterback Arch Manning, who previously back in March had opted out of EA Sports’ new 2024 college football video game, on Tuesday reversed course, announcing that he’ll in fact be in the game with the release of a commercial.
Texas A&M baseball Coach Jim Schlossnagle leaving to coach Texas Longhorns, reports say
Read full article: Texas A&M baseball Coach Jim Schlossnagle leaving to coach Texas Longhorns, reports sayAccording to a report by 247 Longhorns’ Chip Brown, sources have leaked that Schlossnagle will be leaving to become the new head coach of the Texas Longhorns.
Alamo Bowl barred from selecting Texas or Oklahoma for next 2 seasons, reports say
Read full article: Alamo Bowl barred from selecting Texas or Oklahoma for next 2 seasons, reports sayThe Alamo Bowl has been denied an attempt to be able to select either the Texas Longhorns or the Oklahoma Sooners for its bowl games in 2024 and 2025 as they begin play in the Southeastern Conference, according to a report from the Action Network.
12 things I saw on Day 1 of the 2024 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament
Read full article: 12 things I saw on Day 1 of the 2024 NCAA Men’s Basketball TournamentThe city of San Antonio will have to wait one more year for the college basketball world to descend on The Alamodome, but one blue blood now knows it will have to go without one of its stars who calls San Antonio home.
Longhorns QB Quinn Ewers announces return to Texas for 2024 via social media
Read full article: Longhorns QB Quinn Ewers announces return to Texas for 2024 via social mediaTexas Longhorns quarterback Quinn Ewers announced on Thursday that he will be returning for the 2024 season in a post on social media on Thursday.
Big 12 champion Texas will face Pac-12′s Washington in CFP semifinal at the Sugar Bowl
Read full article: Big 12 champion Texas will face Pac-12′s Washington in CFP semifinal at the Sugar BowlWashington will meet Texas in the College Football Playoff semifinal at the Sugar Bowl in New Orleans on Jan. 1.
Dead longhorn found on Oklahoma State fraternity lawn the day before championship game with Texas
Read full article: Dead longhorn found on Oklahoma State fraternity lawn the day before championship game with TexasPolice say a dead longhorn cow was found on the lawn of an Oklahoma State University fraternity in Stillwater.
Last Chance Saloon: No. 7 Texas is chasing a final Big 12 title before leaving for the SEC in 2024
Read full article: Last Chance Saloon: No. 7 Texas is chasing a final Big 12 title before leaving for the SEC in 2024In 28 seasons in the Big 12, Texas has only three league championships and none since 2009.
MONDAY HUDDLE: How top picks Bryce Young, C.J. Stroud compare heading into head-to-head matchup
Read full article: MONDAY HUDDLE: How top picks Bryce Young, C.J. Stroud compare heading into head-to-head matchup3 key takeaways from the state’s football scene -- and a glimpse at what’s to come next week.
CJ Baxter scores late TD and No. 8 Texas derails Houston’s last-chance drive for a 31-24 win
Read full article: CJ Baxter scores late TD and No. 8 Texas derails Houston’s last-chance drive for a 31-24 winCJ Baxter rushed 16 yards for a touchdown with 5½ minutes left in the fourth quarter, and No. 8 Texas stopped Houston on 4th-and-1 in the final minute on the way to a 31-24 win over Houston.
No. 3 Texas and No. 12 Oklahoma square off as undefeated teams before Big 12 farewell
Read full article: No. 3 Texas and No. 12 Oklahoma square off as undefeated teams before Big 12 farewellThe Red River rivalry game between third-ranked Texas and 12th-ranked Oklahoma matches the Big 12's only undefeated and only ranked teams.
The spotlight in the Alabama-Texas game will be squarely on the 2 QBs, Quinn Ewers and Jalen Milroe
Read full article: The spotlight in the Alabama-Texas game will be squarely on the 2 QBs, Quinn Ewers and Jalen MilroeQuarterbacks Jalen Milroe and Quinn Ewers will take center stage in the Texas-Alabama showdown.
Big 12 football preview: Texas could reignite CFP talk with win at Alabama; Red Raiders face Ducks
Read full article: Big 12 football preview: Texas could reignite CFP talk with win at Alabama; Red Raiders face DucksEleventh-ranked Texas is already favored to win the Big 12 title in its farewell season.
Red River Rivalry returns as the name for the Texas-Oklahoma football matchup
Read full article: Red River Rivalry returns as the name for the Texas-Oklahoma football matchupThe name of the annual Texas-Oklahoma football matchup has been changed back to the Red River Rivalry, ditching the unpopular Red River Showdown used since 2014.
First SEC football schedule announced for Texas, Oklahoma for 2024 season
Read full article: First SEC football schedule announced for Texas, Oklahoma for 2024 seasonThe Southeastern Conference on Wednesday announced the first schedule of games for the Texas Longhorns and Oklahoma Sooners when they join the league for the 2024 football season.
Travis County DA drops domestic violence case against fired UT-Austin basketball coach
Read full article: Travis County DA drops domestic violence case against fired UT-Austin basketball coachChris Beard was arrested in December for allegedly strangling his fiancée. The university fired him last month.
What to know about attending the Valero Alamo Bowl in downtown San Antonio
Read full article: What to know about attending the Valero Alamo Bowl in downtown San AntonioIf you’re getting ready to head to the Valero Alamo Bowl Thursday, make sure you plan ahead with these tips and tricks for attending the big game.
San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo’s education center gives visitors up close look at Texas longhorns
Read full article: San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo’s education center gives visitors up close look at Texas longhornsThe San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo’s Bovine Education Center is giving students and community members an opportunity to learn about Texas Longhorns.
Texas’ backup quarterback enters transfer portal ahead of Alamo Bowl
Read full article: Texas’ backup quarterback enters transfer portal ahead of Alamo BowlThe Texas Longhorns will have a new backup quarterback in their highly-anticipated matchup versus the No. 12 ranked Washington Huskies in the Valero Alamo Bowl, according to media reports.
‘He looks like his dog died’: Former Longhorn QB great Colt McCoy dons Tech outfit after Texas’ loss to Red Raiders
Read full article: ‘He looks like his dog died’: Former Longhorn QB great Colt McCoy dons Tech outfit after Texas’ loss to Red RaidersColt McCoy, a former Texas Longhorn quarterback great and current backup with the Arizona Cardinals, paid off a debt this week after losing a bet on the outcome of the Texas-Texas Tech football game last Saturday.
Watch UTSA hype video filmed on UT campus ahead of game versus Longhorns
Read full article: Watch UTSA hype video filmed on UT campus ahead of game versus LonghornsThe UTSA football department on Thursday released a uniform hype video with a not-so-subtle message prior to their first-ever game against the No. 21 Texas Longhorns.
Texas rallies past Oklahoma State, advances to WCWS finals
Read full article: Texas rallies past Oklahoma State, advances to WCWS finalsCourtney Day hit a three-run homer for the second straight game as Texas rallied from a five-run deficit to stun Oklahoma State 6-5 and advance to the Women’s College World Series finals.
University of Texas president defends decision to join SEC as lawmakers criticize timing and impact on other schools
Read full article: University of Texas president defends decision to join SEC as lawmakers criticize timing and impact on other schoolsJay Hartzell said the switch to the Southeastern Conference was the best thing for UT-Austin’s student athletes and the university. Texas senators expressed disdain for the move and questioned how it came about.
UT System board votes to accept invitation for UT-Austin to join the SEC
Read full article: UT System board votes to accept invitation for UT-Austin to join the SECThe news comes after the SEC voted to invite UT and the University of Oklahoma to join its 14-member league during a meeting with the league members’ presidents and chancellors Thursday afternoon.
WATCH: Matthew McConaughey holds virtual concert to raise funds for Texans impacted by winter storm
Read full article: WATCH: Matthew McConaughey holds virtual concert to raise funds for Texans impacted by winter stormAUSTIN, TX - SEPTEMBER 07: Matthew McConaughey watches player warmups before the game between the Texas Longhorns and the LSU Tigers at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on September 7, 2019 in Austin, Texas. Actor and Texas native Matthew McConaughey is hosting a virtual concert, titled “We’re Texas,” at 7 p.m., Sunday, to benefit those affected by Winter Storm Uri through the Just Keep Livin Foundation’s Texas Relief Fund. I’m Matthew McConaughey hailing from Austin, Texas and together #WereTexas. Join me and so many talented folks from Texas on Sunday, 3/21 at 7pm CT. Head to my https://t.co/xm9l02GWxK Let's get Texas and Texans back on their feet again - giddy up to give back @jklivinfndn pic.twitter.com/VSoPe1ydwT — Matthew McConaughey (@McConaughey) March 20, 2021“A lot of Texans are hurting right now,” McConaughey said in a release. The ‘We’re Texas’ virtual event features an all-star lineup of Texas talent for a night to restore Texas.
Texas to pay Vince Young $100,000 in new special assistant job
Read full article: Texas to pay Vince Young $100,000 in new special assistant jobFILE - Former player Vince Young watches a game between the Oklahoma Sooners and the Texas Longhorns at Cotton Bowl on October 11, 2014 in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)AUSTIN, Texas – Texas will pay former Longhorns quarterback Vince Young $100,000 annually as a special assistant to the athletic director. The College Football Hall of Famer was rehired by the program in December and returned to campus Jan. 4. The document said Young would report to athletic director Chris Del Conte but did not include any specific job duties. Young returns to campus at a time the program is trying to build momentum behind new head coach Steve Sarkisian.
Vince Young returns to Texas as special assistant to AD
Read full article: Vince Young returns to Texas as special assistant to ADFILE - Former player Vince Young watches a game between the Oklahoma Sooners and the Texas Longhorns at Cotton Bowl on October 11, 2014 in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)AUSTIN, Texas – Texas has re-hired former Longhorns quarterback Vince Young as a special assistant in the athletic department, bringing the College Football Hall of Famer back to the program after he was fired in 2019. Young led the Longhorns to the 2005 season national championship with a last-minute touchdown against USC. Terms of Young's job and salary in the athletic department were not immediately disclosed. AdFormer Texas Heisman Trophy winner Earl Campbell is also a longtime special assistant in athletics.
Steve Sarkisian hired as new Texas Longhorns football coach; Tom Herman fired
Read full article: Steve Sarkisian hired as new Texas Longhorns football coach; Tom Herman firedThis comes after the firing of previous head coach Tom Herman, as announced Saturday. Original:Tom Herman has been fired as head football coach of the Texas Longhorns. We thank Coach Herman for his service and dedication to our student-athletes, our program and our university,” university officials said in a statement. His final game as Longhorns head coach was a victory over Colorado in the 2020 Valero Alamobowl. According to reports, Texas is looking to hire Alabama offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian to replace Herman.
17 people cited, warned or kicked out of Alamo Bowl for ‘repeated refusal’ to wear face masks, city says
Read full article: 17 people cited, warned or kicked out of Alamo Bowl for ‘repeated refusal’ to wear face masks, city saysSAN ANTONIO – As the Texas Longhorns crushed the Colorado Buffaloes in the Alamo Bowl Tuesday night, security staff were throwing penalty flags of their own off the field. The City of San Antonio’s running database of citations was updated Wednesday to show that 10 people at the game, inside the Alamodome, were cited for “repeated refusal” to wear masks or wear them properly. The violation states that the guests had received prior warnings before they were cited. Another seven people were either issued warnings or left/were escorted out due to violating the mask rule, according to the city. The San Antonio Development Services Department (DSD), Center City Development and Operations Department, San Antonio Police Department and Metro Health are all charged with enforcing San Antonio’s emergency declaration, set in place to help curb the spread of COVID-19.
Texas and Colorado will meet in the 2020 Valero Alamo Bowl
Read full article: Texas and Colorado will meet in the 2020 Valero Alamo BowlThe University of Texas football team celebrates after defeating the Utah Utes at the Valero Alamo Bowl at the Alamodome in San Antonio. #20 Texas (6-3) will face Colorado (4-1) in the 2020 Valero Alamo Bowl. “We’re extremely honored and proud to be representing the University of Texas and the Big 12 in the Valero Alamo Bowl,” said head coach Tom Herman. “Our players will be excited to head back, regardless of the circumstances that 2020 has thrown everyone’s way, including the Valero Alamo Bowl.”This year will mark Texas’ fifth appearance in the Alamo Bowl, and fourth since 2012. The 2020 Valero Alamo Bowl is scheduled for Dec. 29 at 8:00 p.m. in the Alamodome.
Texas game at Kansas canceled after several Longhorns players, staff test positive for COVID-19
Read full article: Texas game at Kansas canceled after several Longhorns players, staff test positive for COVID-19AUSTIN, Texas – Saturday’s college football game between Texas and Kansas has been canceled following a spread of COVID-19 cases among Longhorns players and staff. Texas Athletic Director Chris Del Conte released a statement that read in part:“We are pausing all football team activities and shutting down football training facilities to get a COVID-19 spread among our Football program under control. We currently have nine student-athletes and 13 staff members who have tested positive this week, all of whom are in self-isolation. “We’re extremely disappointed that we won’t be able to play our final regular season game at Kansas this week, but look forward to returning to action for our bowl game in the coming weeks,” said Del Conte. Other high profile games cancelled or postponed this week include Ohio State vs. Michigan and Texas A&M vs. Ole Miss.
Texas game against Kansas on Saturday postponed due to COVID issues
Read full article: Texas game against Kansas on Saturday postponed due to COVID issuesAUSTIN, Texas – This Saturday’s Texas Longhorns game against the Kansas Jayhawks has been postponed, according to the Big 12 conference. The conference issued a statement on Wednesday afternoon that said the following:“In accordance with Big 12 Conference football game interruption guidelines, the Texas at Kansas game scheduled for November 21 has been postponed. The time and television designation will be announced when available.”Stadium College Football Insider Brett McMurphy reported that the game, which was scheduled to be played in Lawrence, was postponed due to COVID-19 issues within the Kansas football program. This is the first time a UT game has been rescheduled or postponed this season due to the virus. The state’s other premiere program, Texas A&M, will also not play this weekend due to COVID-19 issues.
Big 12 to implement rapid COVID-19 tests day before games
Read full article: Big 12 to implement rapid COVID-19 tests day before gamesThe Big 12 announced Friday it has secured access to COVID-19 antigen testing that produces rapid results and will be used the day before competition on players, coaches and staff. The partnership with Virtual Care for Families calls for a testing program that will use Quidel Rapid Antigen tests. The Pac-12 recently announced a partnership with Quidel that will provide its schools with the capacity to test daily and get results in about 15 minutes. The Big 12 said it expects the same timeframe from the Quidel tests. The Big 12, like the other five college football conferences currently moving forward with a fall season, is requiring its 10 schools to test athletes three times per week during competition.
No. 14 Texas eager to get to kickoff with opener vs UTEP
Read full article: No. 14 Texas eager to get to kickoff with opener vs UTEPA quick look around the Big 12 justifies his trepidation. Get that far and Texas can at least start a season in pursuit of its first Big 12 championship since 2009. Texas' first Big 12 game is scheduled for Sept 26 at Texas Tech. The Big Ten and Pac-12 scrapped their fall seasons while the Big 12, SEC ad ACC push ahead. Texas has lacked a big-time edge rusher in the past and big things are expected of him.
Texas chases Big 12 title with Ehlinger and rebuilt staff
Read full article: Texas chases Big 12 title with Ehlinger and rebuilt staffTossed out were the offensive and defensive coordinators in favor of new assistants with past connections to Herman and the Big 12. 14 Texas will soon return to a Big 12 championship not won in more than a decade. Texas opens the season at home against UTEP on Sept. 12, then opens Big 12 play at Texas Tech on Sept. 26. Texas hasn't won a Big 12 title since 2009 with Colt McCoy. SCHEDULE SCRAMBLEThe Big 12 schedule change knocked out one of the marquee games of the season: Texas at LSU.
Alamo Bowl: Clear bag policy, midnight party at Alamodome, tailgating and more things to know
Read full article: Alamo Bowl: Clear bag policy, midnight party at Alamodome, tailgating and more things to knowSAN ANTONIO – Thousands of Texas Longhorns and Utah Utes fans (and other San Antonio sports enthusiasts in general) will hit downtown for the Alamo Bowl on New Year’s Eve. Clear bags larger than 12 inches by 6 inches by 12 inches will also not be allowed. The gameKickoff for the 2019 Alamo Bowl is set for 6:30 p.m. San Antonio discounts on Lyft rides to the NYE party and back homeParkingAlamodome lots are sold out and require a pre-paid pass. A list of City of San Antonio parking garages can be found here.
Longhorns, Utes flood riverwalk for annual pep rally
Read full article: Longhorns, Utes flood riverwalk for annual pep rallyLonghorns, Utes flood riverwalk for annual pep rallyPublished: December 30, 2019, 1:01 amThe Texas Longhorns and Utah Utes and their fans took to the Arneson River Theatre on Sunday for the annual pep rally in advance of Tuesday’s Valero Alamo Bowl.
No. 11 Utes arrive in San Antonio for Valero Alamo Bowl
Read full article: No. 11 Utes arrive in San Antonio for Valero Alamo BowlSAN ANTONIO – The 11th-ranked Utah Utes were welcomed to the city of San Antonio on Wednesday night and quickly got to work the next morning, practicing for Tuesday’s Valero Alamo Bowl showdown with Texas.
2019 Valero Alamo Bowl: Texas vs. Utah
Read full article: 2019 Valero Alamo Bowl: Texas vs. UtahAs announced via twitter this afternoon, the 2019 Valero Alamo Bowl will feature a matchup between the Texas Longhorns and the No. “We’re thrilled to be the Big 12 representative at the Alamo Bowl," Texas head coach Tom Herman said. "We want to thank the Alamo Bowl for inviting us. Over the phone at the Valero Alamo Bowl press conference, Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham said the team is excited for the opportunity to play in San Antonio, “It’s our first trip to the Alamo Bowl. Both sides are truly fired up to be coming to the Valero Alamo Bowl, so it makes it a lot of fun for a great bowl week.”Kickoff for the 2019 Alamo Bowl is set for 6:30 p.m. on Dec. 31.
Assalley’s 36-yard FG gives Iowa State 23-21 win over Texas
Read full article: Assalley’s 36-yard FG gives Iowa State 23-21 win over TexasAMES, Iowa (AP) – Connor Assalley kicke a 36-yard field goal as time expired and Iowa State knocked off 22nd-ranked Texas 23-21 on Saturday to snap a two-game losing streak. Brayden Narveson missed an apparent 42-yard field goal with 2:12 to go, but Texas was called for being offside and Iowa State was awarded a first down by inches. But the Cyclones stuffed the Longhorns on their next possession, and Purdy took Iowa State 63 yards in three minutes to set up Assalley’s kick. Iowa State: The Cyclones also lost to Baylor 23-21 on a field goal to end the game, so this win was extra special for the program. Iowa State hosts Kansas next Saturday.
Texas versus Notre Dame football preview
Read full article: Texas versus Notre Dame football preview10 ranked Notre Dame at home in a rematch of last season's opener. Notre Dame won convincingly last year 38-3. Texas senior quarterback Tyrone Swoopes has been competing with true freshman Shane Buechele, while DeShone Kizer and Malik Zaire each started at times last season. Notre Dame leads the all-time series 9-2. Notre Dame can't afford early stumbles to struggling programs if it wants to be a national playoff contender in December.