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All 2026 home games at Darryl K. Royal‑Texas Memorial Stadium are sold out, continuing a five‑year streak of full stadiums and highlighting unprecedented fan enthusiasm.
Ohio State's new partnership with Chase Bank brings a $15 million annual logo placement to college football jerseys, reflecting a broader shift toward commercial sponsorship in collegiate athletics.
From record revenue to massive NIL investments, Texas athletics is redefining the landscape as the 2025 season approaches.
Texas and Baylor are set to meet on November 15 at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, renewing a rivalry that dates back decades and promises benefits for recruiting and the state's college basketball landscape.
At the 2026 SEC Media Days, Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian outlined his vision for the upcoming season, highlighting internal motivation, key returnees, and the program’s strategic priorities.
Both the Longhorns and the Aggies boast top‑ranked classes, Heisman‑caliber talent and budgets that exceed $30 million, making their annual clash a national narrative.
Texas has secured its third consecutive Learfield Directors Cup, highlighting its dominance across sports, but the football team under Steve Sarkisian remains title‑less, facing mounting pressure in a rapidly changing landscape.
New athletic director Shawn Eichorst, a former Texas executive, discusses the parallels and contrasts between Wisconsin and Texas, his five‑year contract, and his vision for reviving the Badgers football program
Shawn Eichorst, the newly appointed athletic director at the University of Wisconsin, outlines his priorities, drawing on his Texas and Nebraska experience to guide the Badgers' football program.
EA Sports will release its College Football '27 rankings on July 9, 2026, placing Texas' Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium at No. 11. The venue's atmosphere and performance have transformed since the 1990s, driven by coaches Mack Brown, Chris Del Conte and Steve Sarkisian, yet it remains behind several Big Ten and SEC stadiums.
Coach Steve Sarkisian says the Longhorns may drop the Notre Dame matchups, citing a demanding schedule and the need to prioritize a national title run
The 2026 Texas Longhorns football jerseys now feature a smaller SEC logo on the collar, part of a broader move toward cleaner designs while reassuring fans that conference branding will not become commercial.
The Texas Longhorns have secured a spot in the 2026 College World Series in Omaha, marking their 39th appearance and the first under head coach Jim Schlossnagle. A dramatic win over Oregon, featuring standout performances from Adrian Rodriguez and Sam Cozart, has set the stage for a deep tournament run.
Texas Tech coach Joey McGuire and Regents chairman Cody Campbell floated a $1 million buyout to reshuffle a game against Abilene Christian, aiming for a season‑opening clash with the University of Texas. The idea was met with skepticism by ACU head coach Keith Patterson, who highlighted both the financial allure and the practical hurdles.
Notre Dame is reshaping its football schedule, seeking new Big 12 opponents as USC's future remains uncertain.
Texas Tech’s head coach Joey McGuire is lobbying for a non‑conference game against the University of Texas, a move sparked by comments from Texas coach Steve Sarkisian. Booster Cody Campbell has pledged to cover buyout costs for potential opponents Abilene Christian and Texas State, while the Red Raiders ride the momentum of their first College Football Playoff appearance.
During the Big 12 spring meetings, Texas Tech’s head coach outlined a bold proposal to open the season against the Longhorns at a neutral venue, sparking a cascade of schedule negotiations.
After a 21‑15 season and three NCAA Tournament victories, Texas coach Sean Miller is reshaping his roster with key transfers, fresh talent and a commitment to an entertaining brand of basketball.
The 2026 campaign places unprecedented expectations on Texas coach Steve Sarkisian, whose roster brims with talent but whose path is littered with elite opponents.
A survey shows most fans favor a smaller playoff, while conferences, coaches, and private‑equity interests debate the implications for regular‑season value and team development.
The University of Texas leverages name, image and likeness opportunities to attract top transfer talent, retain star players and forge innovative brand collaborations, positioning the Longhorns as a national contender.
Vanderbilt announced the hiring of Rodney Terry, a former Texas coach and ESPN analyst, to round out its basketball staff ahead of a scheduled SEC showdown with Texas in the 2026‑27 season.
Terry's hiring replaces Jon Cremins and adds a seasoned strategist to Vanderbilt's basketball program.
In a recent interview, Texas coach Steve Sarkisian warned that college football’s increasing commercialism threatens the sport’s integrity and proposed a four‑team playoff as a solution.