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Vick gets paid like the best, but has he earned it?

Chris Hummer August 31, 2011

Quick — name the three best quarterbacks in the NFL. Most people come up with Peyton Manning and Tom Brady right off the bat. The third quarterback chosen might be Drew Brees, Aaron Rodgers or Philip...

O-line is out to prove their toughness for 2011 season

Austin Laymance August 31, 2011

The Longhorns offensive line is out to prove one thing this season — their toughness. Many considered the O-line to be soft after a poor showing in 2010, the result of a nonexistent running game...

Kheeston Randall a dominant force at defensive tackle

Christian Corona August 31, 2011

Editor’s Note: The Daily Texan will introduce one more important Longhorn each issue. Here is No. 3 of Texan’s 10 Most Important Longhorns. Last year, Texas was 0-5 when its opponent ran for...

Harris uses soccer as gateway to reach her goals

Sara Beth Purdy August 31, 2011

From the stands, Lexi Harris looks just like every other player on the Longhorn’s bench. She’s quick, makes good decisions on the field and loves to win. But this sophomore midfielder from...

Texas knows how vital its leadership is

Lauren Giudice August 31, 2011

A lot of attention this season has been focused on the youth in the Longhorn’s squad. After four games, the team has proven it is ready to compete. But a team is not a team without leaders —...

Texas alum Cedric Benson pleads no contest

The Associated Press August 30, 2011

Cincinnati Bengals running back Cedric Benson was sentenced to 20 days in jail Monday after reaching a deal to settle two misdemeanor assault cases in Texas. Benson said he will surrender to authorities...

Whittaker gets first look at running back

Christian Corona August 30, 2011

Senior running back Fozzy Whittaker found himself atop the depth chart Monday morning, but Malcolm Brown and Joe Bergeron expect to get plenty of carries this season, despite being true freshmen. Fortunately...

Stock rises for some Horns, drops for others

August 30, 2011

Up: Desmond Jackson The freshman is listed as the second option at nose tackle after senior Kheeston Randall. Texas’ defensive line went through its share of struggles last year, and Jackson has...

Gilbert wins starting quarterback spot

Austin Laymance August 30, 2011

The wait is over. Garrett Gilbert will open the season as the Longhorns’ starting quarterback. After months of speculation, an ever-changing depth chart and a four-man competition for the starting...

New position, coordinator but Okafor still ready to wreak havoc

Christian Corona August 30, 2011

Editor’s Note: The Daily Texan’s series of the top 10 most important Longhorn football players continues with No. 4 Alex Okafor. Alex Okafor and Keanu Reeves might have more in common than...

Texas volleyball wins rematch against Israel’s National team

Chris Hummer August 30, 2011

After falling to Israel in a very tight five set affair just two days prior, the Longhorns stepped on to the court Monday looking to turn around quickly from the loss, facing the very same team that edged...

Gilbert’s leash should be short, just not too short

Trey Scott August 30, 2011

Texas finally announced Garrett Gilbert as its starting quarterback. Big surprise. Now for the better question — one that won’t take 5-7 months to answer: How short is his leash? “If...

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