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Student-athletes and coaches at the University of Texas were quick to state their reactions via Twitter.
The University of Texas announced a series of sweeping changes. Continue reading “Texas players react to series of changes announced by the university”
The University of Texas announced a series of actions to promote diversity, inclusion and equity to fully supports Black students on campus.
The University of Texas will be renaming their famed football field. Continue reading “Texas announces renaming of football field, ‘Eyes of Texas’ plans”
It was announced on Friday that two Texas football players are expected to undergo arthroscopic knee surgery on Monday.
Texas linebacker Prince Dorbah and deep snapper Justin Mader will be undergoing arthroscopic knee surgery on Monday. Continue reading “Texas linebacker, deep snapper set to undergo knee surgery”
It was reported on Wednesday that the Ivy League has decided to cancel all fall sports.
Discouraging news continues to flow in regarding fall sports this year due to the current landscape of the COVID-19 pandemic.
On Tuesday, it was announced that the State Fair of Texas was canceled for the first time since World War II. How this may impact the classic Red River Rivalry game is yet to be seen as this is a fluid situation. However, both the Texas and Oklahoma athletic directors have voiced their optimism that the game will be played as scheduled.
On top of that, it was reported on Wednesday that the Ivy League, part of the FCS, has canceled all fall sports. CBS insider Jon Rothstein stated via Twitter that the conference will not entertain any sports until the beginning of next year.
Sources: Ivy League programs have been informed that fall sports have been cancelled.
The conference will not entertain any sports being played until after January 1st.
Winter sports will have an update in mid-July on their respective practice schedules.
— Jon Rothstein (@JonRothstein) July 8, 2020
While this isn’t necessarily an indication of what is to come for the FBS, it’s certainly worth noting. What could potentially save the Power Five conferences in terms of allowing them to play football this fall is the financial strain.
The FBS and FCS are quite different in terms of the national spotlight. The main indicator between the two is how a final winner is determined. The FBS hosts a four-team College Football Playoff while the FCS hosts a 24-team playoff for the NCAA D-1 Football Championship. FCS teams can only have 63 players on scholarship, while FBS teams can have 85.
Ivy League cancels all of fall sports. It could determine at later date whether football will be played in spring or not until fall 2021. 1st reported by @JonRothstein. Don’t expect FBS to necessarily make same call, sources told @Stadium. “Ivies aren’t as vulnerable financially"
— Brett McMurphy (@Brett_McMurphy) July 8, 2020
The Ivy League has the freedom to make such a decision since they’re built on their educational superiority, while the FBS could suffer substantially. However, it’s still too early to determine what the FBS will consider.
There are several avenues to explore such as moving the college football season to the spring, shortening the schedule to conference opponents only, limiting fan attendance, etc.
Regardless of which route is ultimately taken, the public’s health and safety measures should be the ultimate priority.
247Sports polled several experts around its network regarding the projected order of finish in the Big 12 this season.
The expectations surrounding the Texas football program are sky high. Continue reading “247Sports preseason poll projects Texas to finish fourth in the Big 12”
The State Fair of Texas announced on Tuesday that it would not open this year, casting doubt that fans will be able to attend games.
The State Fair of Texas officially announced on Tuesday that it would not open for the 2020 season. Continue reading “State Fair of Texas canceled, what it means for the Red River Rivalry”
Texas’ Tom Herman and Sam Ehlinger were listed among the top quarterback-coach combos in college football.
One oftentimes makes the other better.
While a talented quarterback can lessen the strain on an unproven coach, the same is true with a knowledgeable coach and an under-the-radar quarterback. If you’re really fortunate, you have the best of both worlds.
ESPN staff writer David Hale recently ranked the top quarterback-coach combos in college football. The rankings were separated into different groupings, but the top three appear to be nobrainers.
Herman has been fortunate to have a talented signal caller in Ehlinger since he’s been the head coach at the University of Texas. When Ehlinger enters the NFL Draft after this season, Herman will be put to the test. Fortunately, he’s been recruiting well at the position.
“After Vince Young and Colt McCoy made Texas a QB haven in the previous decade, the Longhorns’ offense disappeared from 2010 through 2017 as the team cycled through both coaches and quarterbacks. But the marriage between Herman and Ehlinger has revived the fireworks in Austin, and their offensive success over the past two years — 80 total TDs, 8,100 yards — is on par with anything Young or McCoy produced in their heyday.”
There’s no doubt that the Longhorns duo shows up against nationally-ranked competition. Herman has won the last three major bowl games that he’s coached in, while Ehlinger showcases his best performances under the spotlight.
Ehlinger enters his senior season as a Heisman trophy contender, but Herman’s revamped coaching staff must put it all together in order for this young Texas team to succeed as a whole.
Former Texas quarterback Shane Buechele appeared on the list under the castoffs who found the perfect home. Buechele transferred to Southern Methodist University after it was clear that Ehlinger had won the starting job. He was the perfect match for head coach Sonny Dykes, the duo provided SMU with its first 10-win season since 1984.
The safest gamble was awarded to Oklahoma’s Lincoln Riley and Spencer Rattler. Riley has an incredible offensive mind and he’ll be working with the top-ranked quarterback recruit from the 2019 class.
Left tackle Sam Cosmi and safety Caden Sterns continue to be projected within the first two rounds of the 2021 NFL Draft.
DraftWire recently released an updated NFL mock draft that has two Texas players selected within the first two rounds. Continue reading “Latest NFL mock draft: Two Texas players selected in early rounds”
Texas and quarterback Vince Young provided one of the most iconic moments in college football history.
College football oftentimes provides miracles, heartbreaks and everything in between. Continue reading “Texas atop ranking of SportsCenter’s all-time college football moments”
Texas cornerback Josh Thompson will be wearing a new jersey number this fall.
Texas cornerback Josh Thompson wore jersey No. 29 last season. Continue reading “Fourth-year Texas DB Josh Thompson switches jersey number”
