Texas advanced to the Round of 32 with a 79-71 win over BYU, overcoming a dominant 35-point performance from AJ Dybantsa in a First Round matchup that tested both teams’ resilience.
Despite three losses, Texas is making a late push for a College Football Playoff spot following a season-ending win over rival Texas A&M.
The Texas Rangers picked up right-handed pitcher Zak Kent from the St. Louis Cardinals in a waiver claim, adding another arm to their roster as the team looks to bolster pitching depth.
Texas became the only double-digit seed to advance to the Sweet 16 in the 2026 NCAA Tournament after defeating Gonzaga, prompting debate over whether the Longhorns fit the “Cinderella” label.
Texas strengthened its already elite transfer class by landing former Saint Mary’s guard Mikey Lewis, a key addition in Sean Miller’s push toward SEC contention.
Texas Southern quarterback KJ Cooper announced he will enter the transfer portal after leading the Tigers to their first winning season in three years, leaving with one year of eligibility remaining.