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Madisen Skinner spikes the ball during the Texas vs. Standford game on Sep. 3, 2023.

No. 7 Texas swept in season home opener by No. 2 Stanford

Elijah Garcia, General Sports Reporter September 3, 2023

No. 7 Texas welcomed fans back for its home opener against No. 2 Stanford and National Championship celebration, but quickly spoiled by a straight-three set loss. This is the first time Texas has suffered...

Redshirt freshman quarterback, Quinn Ewers, attempts a pass during the Orange and White spring football game on April 23, 2022. The game showcased the talents of Ewers and sophomore quarterback Hudson Card as they competed for the starting position this fall.

Texas defeats Rice 37-10, with strong defensive showing in season opener

Lindsey Plotkin, Sports Desk Editor September 2, 2023

On a sweltering September afternoon at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium, No. 11 Texas defeated Rice 37-10 in its first game of the season.  Texas struggled offensively in the first half, going...

Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers throws the ball at the UT vs. OU game on Oct. 8, 2022.

Third-down woes continue to plague Longhorns in season opener

Evan Vieth, Sports Associate Editor September 2, 2023

Despite a comfortable victory over Rice in the scorching Austin heat, Texas’ third-down struggles were, again, apparent. With one week separating kickoff between No.11 Texas and No. 4 Alabama, imperfections...

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UT vs. Rice: Keys to the Game

JT Bowen, Senior Sports Reporter August 31, 2023

The first week often sees the Longhorns pitted against a weaker program, and this year is no different, as Texas football will kick off its 2023 campaign this Saturday at home against Rice. With a potential...

Games to Watch: Week 1

Games to Watch: Week 1

Bo Espey, General Sports Reporter August 31, 2023

Colorado at No. 17 TCU Sept. 2, 11 a.m. CT, FOX TCU is back in action after making the College Football Playoff national championship game last year. The Horned Frogs must replace playmakers on both...

Meet the newest Longhorns

Meet the newest Longhorns

Isa Almeida, Sports General Reporter August 31, 2023

Texas football head coach Steve Sarkisian’s 2023 recruiting class was named No. 3 overall in the country, with multiple five-star recruits on their way to the Forty Acres this season and the ones yet...

Notes on the coach — Rice

Notes on the coach — Rice

Lauren Hightower, General Sports Reporter August 31, 2023

Under the direction of head coach Mike Bloomgren, Rice football has progressed like a turtle crossing the road: slowly, with bumps in the path, but making progress. This season will not only mark a...

Now or never is the time for Sarkisian to prove himself as a winning coach

Now or never is the time for Sarkisian to prove himself as a winning coach

Evan Vieth, Associate Sports Editor August 31, 2023

In his introductory press conference two and a half years ago, Texas football head coach Steve Sarkisian made it clear that his purpose in coming to the Forty Acres was simple: “I came here to win championships....

Texas wide receiver Xavier Worthy enters the field on September 10, 2022 during Texas' home game versus Alabama.

Big 12 Preseason Power Rankings

Emmanuel Ramirez, Senior Sports Reporter August 31, 2023

1. Texas The burnt orange faithful are buzzing this season after finishing third in the conference last season. The Texas Longhorns are led by second year quarterback Quinn Ewers and junior wide receiver...

Longhorns in the NFL

Longhorns in the NFL

Lindsey Plotkin, Sports Desk Editor August 31, 2023

As college football begins, NFL preseason comes to an end. Take a look at these former Longhorns and their performances throughout their respective preseasons and careers.  Bijan Robinson, RB Atlanta...

Texas football ready to ‘embrace the hate’ ahead of final Big 12 season

Texas football ready to ‘embrace the hate’ ahead of final Big 12 season

Lindsey Plotkin, Sports Desk Editor August 31, 2023

With Texas football’s Big 12 farewell tour starting on Saturday, head coach Steve Sarkisian is preparing his team to face any team.  Coming in ranked at No. 11 in the preseason AP poll of the season,...

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