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Notes on the coach: Sam Pittman

Notes on the coach: Sam Pittman

Anna Ambrose, General Sports Reporter November 14, 2024

Even though Arkansas and Texas haven’t played each other since 2021, the storied rivalry is fresh on head coach Sam Pittman’s mind. In a press conference on Nov. 11, Pittman said he showed his team...

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck during Texas' game against the Bulldogs on Oct. 19, 2024.

Games to Watch: Week 12

Isa Almeida, Senior Sports Reporter November 14, 2024

No. 24 Missouri at No. 23 South Carolina, 3:15 p.m. - SEC Network Two teams that have had unexpected seasons will meet this Saturday in Columbia, South Carolina. Coming from Columbia, Missouri, are...

Wide receiver Matthew Golden throws the ball during the Red River Rivalry game on Oct. 12, 2024.

Team spirit among Texas football players plays crucial role in road game against Arkansas  

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor November 12, 2024

Hitting the road for the fourth time this season, Texas football hasn't lost an away game since October of 2022, and the Arkansas Razorbacks will be all too eager to end that streak on Saturday in Fayetteville.  Walking...

Senior defensive lineman Alfred Collins during Texas' game against UTSA on Sept. 14, 2024.

Texas Football gears up for Arkansas rematch, seeking redemption after 2021 loss 

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor November 11, 2024

In 2021, Arkansas fans hopped guard rails to rush the field as Texas fell 40-21 to the Razorbacks in Fayetteville. “This was not a performance I was anticipating,” head coach Steve Sarkisian said...

Defensive back Andrew Mukuba tackles Florida running back Jadan Baugh during Texas' game against the Gators on Nov. 9, 2024.

Texas defense holds Florida to scoreless first half, generates multiple turnovers to gain offensive momentum

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor November 9, 2024

The University of Texas is home to the highest-rated defense in all of college football for a reason.   For the first time since its season opener, the Texas secondary kept its opponent out of...

Freshman Wide Receiver Johntay Cook II is tackled by an opposing player during UT's game against Rice on September 2, 2023.

Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian confirms wide receiver Johntay Cook II’s departure

Luke Lawhorn, General Sports Reporter November 8, 2024

Former four-star sophomore wide receiver Johntay Cook II is leaving Texas football and entering the transfer portal, head coach Steve Sarkisian confirmed in a Thursday Zoom meeting. There is no official...

Longhorns in the NFL through week 9

Longhorns in the NFL through week 9

Zach Davis, General Sports Reporter November 7, 2024

Through nine weeks of the NFL season, we’re officially over the halfway mark, and several Texas alumni have made their marks on the 2024-25 season. With 30 names to choose from, let’s narrow in on...

Head coach Steve Sarkisian during Texas' game against Vanderbilt on Oct. 26, 2024.

Is there a culture issue for Steve Sarkisian’s Texas Longhorns? 

Lindsey Plotkin, Double Coverage Editor November 7, 2024

Early on Thursday morning, On3 Sports reported that sophomore wide receiver Johntay Cook II had left the team. Cook confirmed the news on On3’s Instagram post, commenting “bounce back gon be crazy.”  The...

Notes from the opponent: Florida

Notes from the opponent: Florida

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor November 7, 2024

This week the Daily Texan talked to Florida sports journalism student and ESPN Gainesville reporter Joseph Torviso to discuss the upcoming matchup between Texas and Florida. Daily Texan: I just want...

Wide receiver DeAndre Moore Jr. celebrates a play with deep snapper Lance St. Louis and defensive back Warren Roberson during Texas' game atVanderbilt on Oct. 26, 2024.

Week 11: SEC power rankings

Henry Hipschman, General Sports Reporter November 7, 2024

College football is now well into the back half of the season and the College Football Playoff picture is starting to take form. With no clear favorite this season and a constantly changing top 10, uncertainty...

Notes on the coach: Billy Napier

Notes on the coach: Billy Napier

Isa Almeida, Senior Sports Reporter November 7, 2024

Billy Napier is a controversial name among Florida fans right now.  Since taking over the job in 2022, Napier has yet to lead the Gators into a winning season, with 6–7 and 5–7 records. Currently...

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