Official newspaper of The University of Texas at Austin

The Daily Texan

Official newspaper of The University of Texas at Austin

The Daily Texan

Official newspaper of The University of Texas at Austin

The Daily Texan

Football

McCoy exceeds Ash in late-game situations

Hank South October 31, 2012

Not four weeks ago, David Ash was positioned securely as the Longhorns’ quarterback and drawing early Heisman hype after leading Texas to an undefeated record. Following a dismal showing against...

2012_10_27_Football_vs_Kansas_Lawrence_Peart058

Defense takes step forward in second half

Chris Hummer October 31, 2012

Defense takes step forward in second half The Texas defense was gashed for more than 100 yards on the ground and two touchdowns in the second quarter of Saturday’s game against Kansas. But in...

2012-09-08_UT_VS_New_Mexico_Lawrence

Davis’ role on offense growing despite dropped passes

Lauren Giudice October 31, 2012

Mike Davis has become David Ash’s go-to guy. He leads the team with 34 catches for 559 yards and four touchdowns but has struggled with dropped passes. He’s averaging 16.4 yards per catch,...

2012_10_27_Football_vs_Kansas_Lawrence_Peart454

Starting David Ash over Case McCoy sets dangerous precedent

Christian Corona October 30, 2012

What could Case McCoy have done differently to earn the start this week against Texas Tech? Remember, this isn’t an NFL combine we’re talking about. It’s a season-altering road game...

Stafford roars in Lions’ comeback victory

David Leffler October 30, 2012

Plenty of fans embraced the spirit of Halloween this weekend, showing up to games dressed from head to toe in wacky, ridiculous costumes. The Halloween theme carried over to the field too, as many players’...

FILE_2012_10_13_Football_vs_OU_Elisabeth_Dillon1069

Kansas State rolls, Oklahoma falters

Matt Warden October 30, 2012

Oklahoma drops big college matchup to Notre Dame The Sooners and the Fighting Irish met Saturday in a battle to determine both of their fates in the national championship picture. Notre Dame emerged...

David Ash named starting quarterback despite poor play

Lauren Giudice October 30, 2012

After being benched and replaced by Case McCoy in the fourth quarter against Kansas, David Ash remains the starting quarterback for the Longhorns. Ash’s success in the past kept him his starting...

4_Elisabeth_Dillon

Texas survives Kansas

Lauren Giudice October 29, 2012

Texas defeated Kansas. But it certainly did not feel like a win. With 12 seconds left, backup quarterback Case McCoy saved Mack Brown from what would have been the worst loss in his tenure at Texas. McCoy...

2012_10_27_Football_vs_Kansas_Elisabeth_Dillon443

McCoy saves the day, Texas now bowl eligible

Chris Hummer October 29, 2012

Why Texas Won The Longhorns were able to pull through thanks to last second heroics by backup quarterback Case McCoy. McCoy replaced starter David Ash in the middle of the fourth quarter and was able...

2012_10_27_Football_vs_Kansas_Lawrence_Peart257

Every spot needs to be up for grabs — especially the one at quarterback

Christian Corona October 29, 2012

As far as wins go, that’s about as bad as it gets. Kansas, a team that had not beaten an FBS squad this year or a Big 12 team in two years, nearly beat Texas. The Jayhawks were the superior team...

4_Elisabeth_Dillon

Texas defeats Kansas 21-17

Lauren Giudice October 27, 2012

Texas defeated Kansas.  But it certainly didn’t feel like a win. With fifteen seconds left, backup quarterback Case McCoy saved Mack Brown from what would have been the worst loss in his tenure...

Elisabeth_Dillon_1

Texas down 14-7 at the half

Chris Hummer October 27, 2012

Texas enters the half down 14-7 to Kansas. Yes, that’s the same Kansas team that has yet to record a Big 12 win and the same school who’s only victory came against South Dakota State. But,...

Activate Search
Football