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Top: Defensive lineman Vernon Broughton holds the ball up after Oklahoma fumbled during the previous play of the Red River Rivalry game on Oct. 12, 2024. Bottom: Defensive backs Terrance Brooks and Gavin Holmes celebrate a tackle during Texas' game against Texas Tech on Nov. 24, 2023.

Texas standouts Vernon Broughton, Gavin Holmes declare for NFL Draft

January 14, 2025

Texas seniors Vernon Broughton and Gavin Holmes each announced Monday that they have declared for the 2025 NFL Draft. Broughton and Holmes' decisions come in the wake of a long list of other starters...

Offensive lineman Jake Majors yells at a teammate during Texas' game at Michigan on Sept. 7, 2024.

Texas center Jake Majors declares for 2025 NFL draft

Lauren Hightower , Associate Sports Editor January 14, 2025

Texas fifth-year center Jake Majors has joined his fellow offensive lineman Hayden Conner in declaring for the 2025 NFL draft.  “The Forty Acres will always be home, and I will forever bleed Burnt...

Freshman, Tre Johnson shoots a fadeaway jumper over Zakai Zeigler during the Longhorns loss to the Tennessee Volunteers on Jan. 11, 2025. Johnson led the team with 26-points.

Texas men’s basketball preview against Oklahoma

Lauren Hightower , Associate Sports Editor January 14, 2025

The Red River Rivalry always brings out fierce competition, but there is more on the line with the  Texas men’s basketball’s Wednesday night game in Oklahoma. Both teams want a first win in the Southeastern...

Tight end Gunnar Helm scores touchdown during the Red River Rivalry game on Oct. 12, 2024.

Tight end Gunnar Helm declares for NFL Draft after four years at Texas

Liv Elizondo, General Sports Reporter January 14, 2025

Senior tight end Gunnar Helm has declared for the 2025 NFL Draft, ending his four-year run with the Longhorns.  “The past four years have been the best of my life,” Helm said in his statement....

Wide receiver Isaiah Bond runs the ball during Texas' game against Mississippi State on Sept. 28, 2024.

Texas wide receiver Isaiah Bond declares for 2025 NFL Draft 

Perla Paredes Hernandez, General Sports Reporter  January 14, 2025

Texas football’s iconic “007,” junior wide receiver Isaiah Bond, announced on Tuesday that he will declare for the 2025 NFL Draft after one season with the Longhorns. "Being a member of the Texas...

Wide receiver Matthew Golden catches a pass for a touchdown during Texas' game against Florida on Nov. 9, 2024.

After a Golden experience in Houston and Austin, junior receiver Matthew Golden heads to next level 

Zach Davis, Senior Sports Reporter January 14, 2025

After two seasons for Houston and another for Texas, junior wide receiver Matthew Golden declared for the NFL draft on Tuesday. “My ultimate dream has always been to announce that I will DECLARE FOR...

Middle blocker Marianna Singletary celebrates outside hitter Devin Kahahawai after a point on Oct. 2, 2024.

Texas volleyball faces key departures but reloads with elite talent for 2025 season

Perla Paredes Hernandez, General Sports Reporter January 14, 2025

It wasn’t long ago that confetti fell on Texas volleyball, a symbol of their dominance over the nation. Now, that magic must be reignited. A major loss came with the departure of Erik Sullivan, who...

What does the new year look like for Texas athletics?

What does the new year look like for Texas athletics?

Lauren Hightower, Associate Sports Editor January 14, 2025

While fans cheer on the baseball team during head coach Jim Schlossnagle’s first season at Texas or watch as the Texas softball team attempts to make it back to the Women’s College World Series, Texas...

Texas swimming and diving takes down SMU decisively in first spring meet

Texas swimming and diving takes down SMU decisively in first spring meet

Payton Blalock, General Sports Reporter January 14, 2025

After an undeniably successful fall season in the pool, the No. 1 and No. 2 Texas men’s and women’s swimming and diving programs emerged from their winter training block on Friday at the Lee and Joe...

Offensive lineman Hayden Conner pushes Ohio State defenders to protect wide receiver Isaiah Bond during the Cotton Bowl Classic on Jan. 10, 2025.

Offensive lineman Hayden Conner declares for NFL draft

Alistair Manliguez, Senior Sports Reporter January 13, 2025

After losing in the College Football Playoff semifinals, senior offensive lineman Hayden Conner officially declared for the NFL draft on Jan. 12. The announcement was made on social media, shortly after...

Defensive back Andrew Mukuba smiles after intercepting the ball during Texas' game against Kentucky on Nov. 23, 2024.

Andrew Mukuba’s one-year rental pays off, safety declares for the NFL draft

Ayan Masud, General Sports Reporter January 13, 2025

Andrew Mukuba’s extensive college career has come to an end. When he made the decision to transfer to the University of Texas, he knew it would be his last one. As a true freshman at Clemson in 2021,...

Goalkeeper Mia Justus kicks the ball to a teammate on Sept. 3, 2023.

Mia Justus signs with Utah Royals FC

Alistair Manliguez, Senior Sports Reporter January 13, 2025

After finishing her collegiate career in burnt orange, senior goalkeeper Mia Justus will leave Texas soccer to join the Utah Royals FC. The professional soccer team plays in the National Women’s Soccer...

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