Late field goal lifts No. 24 Oklahoma State over Texas 30-27
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Ben Grogan kicked a 40-yard field goal with 6 seconds left to lift No. 24 Oklahoma State to a 30-27 win over Texas on Saturday, giving the Cowboys their fourth straight win on the Longhorns' home field. Grogan had tied the game with a 41-yarder with 1:33 left. The game appeared headed for overtime a minute later until Texas punter Michael Dickson, an Australian rules football player, fumbled a deep snap and scrambled to get off a 10-yard punt near his own end zone.
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Ben Grogan kicked a 40-yard field goal with 6 seconds left to lift No. 24 Oklahoma State to a 30-27 win over Texas on Saturday, giving the Cowboys their fourth straight win on the Longhorns' home field. Grogan had tied the game with a 41-yarder with 1:33 left. The game appeared headed for overtime a minute later until Texas punter Michael Dickson, an Australian rules football player, fumbled a deep snap and scrambled to get off a 10-yard punt near his own end zone.
Russell throws for 6 TDs, No. 5 Baylor rolls past Rice 70-17
WACO, Texas (AP) — Seth Russell and the No. 5 Baylor Bears have their edge back, just in time for the two-time Big 12 champions to start conference play. Russell matched a school record with six touchdown passes, three of his five in the first half to Corey Coleman, and the Bears wrapped up their non-conference schedule with a 70-17 romp over Rice on Saturday.
WACO, Texas (AP) — Seth Russell and the No. 5 Baylor Bears have their edge back, just in time for the two-time Big 12 champions to start conference play. Russell matched a school record with six touchdown passes, three of his five in the first half to Corey Coleman, and the Bears wrapped up their non-conference schedule with a 70-17 romp over Rice on Saturday.
Astros hit 6 homers in 9-7 win over Rangers to close gap
HOUSTON (AP) — Carlos Correa and Jose Altuve hit two homers apiece as the Houston Astros connected a season-high six times in a 9-7 win over the Rangers on Saturday, cutting Texas' lead in the AL West to 3 1/2 games. The victory breaks an eight-game losing streak to the Rangers and ends a three-game skid overall for Houston, which increased its lead for the second AL wild card spot to one game over the Angels, who play later Saturday.
HOUSTON (AP) — Carlos Correa and Jose Altuve hit two homers apiece as the Houston Astros connected a season-high six times in a 9-7 win over the Rangers on Saturday, cutting Texas' lead in the AL West to 3 1/2 games. The victory breaks an eight-game losing streak to the Rangers and ends a three-game skid overall for Houston, which increased its lead for the second AL wild card spot to one game over the Angels, who play later Saturday.
Lance Berkman anti-HERO video released
As part of the Campaign for Houston effort to oppose the Houston Equal Rights Ordinance, Dr. Steven Hotze released the following statement with a link to a video announcement featuring former Rice Owls and Astros first baseman Lance Berkman.
As part of the Campaign for Houston effort to oppose the Houston Equal Rights Ordinance, Dr. Steven Hotze released the following statement with a link to a video announcement featuring former Rice Owls and Astros first baseman Lance Berkman.
Trei Cruz to become third member of famous Houston Cruz family to play for Rice baseball
Episcopal High School infielder Trei Cruz, a junior, told FOX 26 Sports he has verbally committed to play baseball for Rice.
Episcopal High School infielder Trei Cruz, a junior, told FOX 26 Sports he has verbally committed to play baseball for Rice.
Syracuse University pulls 'kiss cam' after complaint about forced affection
Syracuse University is considering kissing its kiss cam goodbye after a fan suggested it sends the wrong message at a time when colleges are fighting against campus sexual violence.
Syracuse University is considering kissing its kiss cam goodbye after a fan suggested it sends the wrong message at a time when colleges are fighting against campus sexual violence.
Harden throws ceremonial Astros first pitch
James Harden threw out the ceremonial first pitch during Wednesday's Astros game.
James Harden threw out the ceremonial first pitch during Wednesday's Astros game.
Angels rally for 6-5 win over Astros to close wild-card gap
HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Astros don't have much time to dwell on a tough 6-5 loss to the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday. They have one day to regroup before a Texas-sized showdown begins Friday with the Rangers that will go a long way in determining playoff fates.
HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Astros don't have much time to dwell on a tough 6-5 loss to the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday. They have one day to regroup before a Texas-sized showdown begins Friday with the Rangers that will go a long way in determining playoff fates.
IcyHot smeared onto football player's face during game
A California football player became the target of bad sportsmanship when a player from the opposing team rubbed IcyHot onto his face during a game.
A California football player became the target of bad sportsmanship when a player from the opposing team rubbed IcyHot onto his face during a game.
Dallas drill team dance-off turns into brawl
A friendly impromptu dance competition turned into a brawl between two Dallas-area schools’ drill teams.
A friendly impromptu dance competition turned into a brawl between two Dallas-area schools’ drill teams.
Patterson: TCU arrests 'not even close' to Baylor legal issues
TCU head coach Gary Patterson pointed a finger towards Baylor while discussing the arrests of two football players for beating up and robbing other students.
TCU head coach Gary Patterson pointed a finger towards Baylor while discussing the arrests of two football players for beating up and robbing other students.
Baseball great Yogi Berra dies at 90
Yogi Berra, the Hall of Fame catcher renowned as much for his dizzying malapropisms as his record 10 World Series championships with the New York Yankees, has died. He was 90.
Yogi Berra, the Hall of Fame catcher renowned as much for his dizzying malapropisms as his record 10 World Series championships with the New York Yankees, has died. He was 90.
Trout, Pujols homer as Angels get key 4-3 win over Astros
HOUSTON (AP) — Mike Trout and Albert Pujols hit back-to-back homers in the first inning and the Los Angeles Angels held on for an important 4-3 victory over the Houston Astros on Tuesday night. The victory moves the Angels 2 1-2 games behind Houston for the second American League wild-card spot. There was one on in the first when Trout launched his 40th homer into left-center to make it 2-0. The 36th home run this season by Pujols extended the lead to 3-0.
HOUSTON (AP) — Mike Trout and Albert Pujols hit back-to-back homers in the first inning and the Los Angeles Angels held on for an important 4-3 victory over the Houston Astros on Tuesday night. The victory moves the Angels 2 1-2 games behind Houston for the second American League wild-card spot. There was one on in the first when Trout launched his 40th homer into left-center to make it 2-0. The 36th home run this season by Pujols extended the lead to 3-0.
No surgery needed for Tony Romo's broken collarbone; will be out two months
Tony Romo will not need surgery on his broken collar bone, but is expected to miss about two months playing time.
Tony Romo will not need surgery on his broken collar bone, but is expected to miss about two months playing time.
Central Park pope ticket holder wants football seats instead
New Yorkers are excited for the pope's visit. Thousands of lucky ones snagged tickets to see Pope Francis when the pontiff makes a procession through Central Park. But one guy wants out so he can go watch some football.
New Yorkers are excited for the pope's visit. Thousands of lucky ones snagged tickets to see Pope Francis when the pontiff makes a procession through Central Park. But one guy wants out so he can go watch some football.
Two TCU football players arrested for beating up, robbing students
Two TCU football players have been arrested for allegedly robbing and attacking their fellow TCU students.
Two TCU football players have been arrested for allegedly robbing and attacking their fellow TCU students.
Univerisity of Houston lands highly-recruitied offensive tackle
Iowa Western Community College offensive tackle Na’ty Rodgers verbally committed to play for the University of Houston.
Iowa Western Community College offensive tackle Na’ty Rodgers verbally committed to play for the University of Houston.
Gattis, Correa power Astros over Angels 6-3
HOUSTON (AP) — Evan Gattis and Carlos Correa hit two-run homers, and the Houston Astros beat the Los Angeles Angels 6-3 on Monday night in a matchup of American League wild-card contenders.
HOUSTON (AP) — Evan Gattis and Carlos Correa hit two-run homers, and the Houston Astros beat the Los Angeles Angels 6-3 on Monday night in a matchup of American League wild-card contenders.
Herman throws out ceremonial 1st pitch
Tom Herman threw out the ceremonial first pitch before Monday's Astros game.
Tom Herman threw out the ceremonial first pitch before Monday's Astros game.
Clemens speaks on International Peace Day
Roger Clemens spoke on International Peace Day on Monday.
Roger Clemens spoke on International Peace Day on Monday.