SPORTS

Nevada hires Texas co-defensive coordinator Jeff Choate as new head coach

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Choate is expected to stay with Texas through the College Football Playoff. AUSTIN, Texas — Nevada has named Texas co-defensive coordinator Jeff Choate its new head football coach, the school announced Monday. Choate has been co-defensive coordinator and inside linebackers coach at Texas since 2021. This season, the Longhorn defense ranks third nationally in rushing … Read more

Heisman finalists: LSU QB Daniels, Oregon QB Nix, Washington QB Penix Jr., Ohio St. WR Harrison Jr.

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This year’s winner will be announced Saturday in New York. NEW YORK — LSU’s Jayden Daniels, Oregon’s Bo Nix and Washington’s Michael Penix Jr., transfer quarterbacks who have all played at least five college seasons, and Ohio State receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. were announced as the Heisman Trophy finalists on Monday night. The Heisman has … Read more

‘It’s next level’ | Sochan tips his cap to Spurs’ Devin Vassell’s role as team leader

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The fourth-year pro is demonstrating how much he is embracing the leadership role. SAN ANTONIO — This season, the San Antonio Spurs have their youngest roster ever since Gregg Popovich became coach in 1996, with an average age of 23.5.  However, the team does not lack leadership with Devin Vassell in uniform. “It’s next level,” … Read more

How to get tickets to see the Texas Longhorns play in the Sugar Bowl

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We broke down what we know about ticket availability and prices, plus what travel and lodging could cost fans. AUSTIN, Texas — The Texas Longhorns are officially in the running for a potential National Championship appearance. On Sunday, the College Football Playoff (CFP) selection committee announced that the Longhorns have made it into the CFP and … Read more