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Notes on the opponent: UTSA

Notes on the opponent: UTSA

Meaghan English, Senior Sports Repoter September 12, 2024

Looking forward to a night game with little brother UTSA, the Longhorns are preparing to show out on Saturday. The Daily Texan sat down with Haley Aguayo, the sports editor of The Paisano, to discuss what...

Former wide reciever Xavier Worthy motions for the crowd to cheer at the 2023 Big 12 Championship game on Dec. 1, 2023. Texas beat Oklahoma State 49-21.

Longhorns in the NFL

Zach Davis, General Sports Reporter September 12, 2024

Week one of the NFL is in the books, and the former Texas football players made their mark on the world stage. Fans saw a pair of touchdowns on opening night from rookie Xavier Worthy, a triumphant return...

University of Washington wide receiver Rome Odunze acknowledges the crowd after catching a pass for a touchdown during UW's game against Washington State University on Nov. 25, 2023 at Husky Stadium in Seattle, WA.

Three in-state rivalry games are occurring this week, so if you are looking for fire on the field, these are the games to watch.

Lauren Hightower, Senior Sports Reporter September 12, 2024

Three in-state rivalry games are occurring this week, so if you are looking for fire on the field, these are the games to watch.  Apple Cup: Washington and Washington State, 12:30 p.m. on Peacock After...

Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers gives a fan his towel after the Texas vs. Michigan Football game at Michigan Stadium on Sept. 7, 2024. Texas won 31-12.

Despite all the hype, Texas isn’t back — at least not yet

Lindsey Plotkin, Double Coverage Editor September 12, 2024

There’s one statement that Texas fans and haters alike can never agree on.  Texas is back.  Every time the Longhorns win a big game, the statement gets thrown around by someone in the media or...

Wide receiver DeAndre Moore Jr. is lifted by offensive lineman Kelvin Banks Jr. in celebration after a play during Texas' game at Michigan on Sept. 7, 2024.

Roadrunner turned Longhorn: transfer edge Trey Moore looks to face his former team for the first time

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Reporter September 12, 2024

This Saturday’s football game versus the University of Texas at San Antonio will mark the second time that the two programs have faced each other. For junior edge Trey Moore, it’ll also be his...

Texas coach Steve Sarkisian celebrates a win after the Texas vs. Michigan Football game at Michigan Stadium on Sept. 7, 2024.

SEC Power Rankings

Isa Almeida, Senior Sports Reporter September 12, 2024

Conference play started last weekend for a couple of teams as South Carolina defeated Kentucky. Heading into week three, six teams will start their SEC season. No. 1 Georgia: The Bulldogs have been...

Fans wait outside of DKR-TMS before Texas' game against Texas Tech on Nov. 24, 2023.

Darrell K Royal- Texas Memorial Stadium enters its 100th year

Henry Hipschman, General Sports Reporter September 12, 2024

As football kicks off its 2024 season, all eyes fall upon the Texas Longhorns. Maintaining one of the most storied collegiate histories in college football, Texas has been a staple of athletic life every...

Senior defensive back Jahdae Barron runs the ball downfield after intercepting it during Texas' game against CSU on Aug. 31, 2024.

Texas football embraces new turnover sword tradition

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor September 11, 2024

What is more exciting for a defensive player than getting a pick in a college football game? Maybe, prancing around with a sword on the sideline in triumph after the play. The Texas defense put up a...

Running back Jaydon Blue is tackled by three defenders during Texas' game at Michigan on Sept. 7, 2024.

Steve Sarkisian prioritizes finishing out games in fourth quarter, calling for “killer instincts” to be put in motion

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor September 9, 2024

The Longhorns left the Michigan Wolverines, last season’s national champions, stunned on Saturday as they dominated inside The Big House. Both sides of the ball showed off their physicality and silenced...

Defensive back Andrew Mukuba catches an interception during Texas' game at Michigan on Sept. 7, 2024.

Texas football’s trio of Austinites in secondary become reunited with transfer Andrew Mukuba

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor September 9, 2024

On top of EA Sports’ No. 8 ranking of the Texas defense ahead of the season, the Longhorns secondary has shown out in the past two weeks. One contribution to the success stems from the connection of...

Texas fans cheer at the game against the BYU Cougars on Oct. 28, 2023.

Texas Athletics introduces new reserved student ticket option ahead of Saturday’s football game against UTSA

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor September 8, 2024

Texas students can now guarantee their seat inside Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on football game days because of to a new ticket claiming option provided by Texas Athletics. Going into effect...

Running back Jerrick Gibson scores a touchdown during Texas' game at Michigan on Saturday.

Texas football runs circles around Michigan with rushing game, conquering Wolverines 31-12

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor September 7, 2024

No 3. Texas football solidified its status as a top program in the country with a substantial 31-12 victory against the defending national champions, No. 10 Michigan, in Ann Arbor.  “They’re a...

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