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Yahoo
3 days ago
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Chris Del Conte responds as Texas blocks prime-time move for 2025 opener at Ohio State
The Texas Longhorns will open their 2025 football season against the Ohio State Buckeyes in Columbus — and it will remain a Big Noon Saturday kickoff despite efforts to move the game to Sunday night. According to multiple reports, including one from Horns247, it was the Texas athletic department that declined a proposal from Ohio State and Fox Sports to shift the highly anticipated matchup into a Sunday prime-time slot. Advertisement Texas athletic director Chris Del Conte didn't mince words when asked about the decision. 'Why would I want to move the game to Sunday night and have a short week? I've got to go to church,' Del Conte said Wednesday, citing concerns over recovery time and personal priorities. When Fox Sports initially announced it had secured the rights to the game, the kickoff time was noticeably absent, prompting speculation the network was eyeing a marquee evening slot. Ohio State's athletic department reportedly lobbied for the move in hopes of avoiding yet another noon kickoff — a time slot that many Buckeyes fans believe stifles the game-day experience and tailgating atmosphere in Columbus. But that effort hit a wall. Since a Sunday move would alter the scheduled date of the game, Texas had to sign off on the change — something it was unwilling to do. Sources indicate that Texas believed its chances of winning would be stronger with a noon start and preferred not to compromise its preparation for the following week's game against San Jose State. Advertisement Fox has faced criticism from Ohio State fans in recent seasons for placing the Buckeyes in the Big Noon Saturday window for several high-profile games, diminishing the typical energy associated with late afternoon or evening kickoffs at Ohio Stadium. Had the game remained on Saturday but simply moved into a later time slot, Texas would have had no jurisdiction. But the proposed shift to Sunday required mutual agreement, and UT made its position clear. Texas and Ohio State are set to rematch after the Cotton Bowl win that advanced Ohio State to the National Championship, and then to win it all. This will also be the first game Texas has Arch Manning at the helm of the team. The 2025 showdown is expected to be one of the premier non-conference games of the season, drawing national attention — regardless of the time slot. This article originally appeared on Longhorns Wire: Chris Del Conte shares thoughts on Ohio State game scheduling
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kickoff times, broadcast networks announced for six Texas Longhorns games
The kickoff times and the broadcast networks have been announced for six games of the Texas Longhorns 2025 football schedule. We've known for a week that the Longhorns season opener on Aug. 30 at the Horseshoe in Columbus, OH would be the 2025 debut of Big Noon Saturday on Fox Sports. The Cotton Bowl rematch is the premier game in week one of the college football season will start at 11 a.m. Austin time. Advertisement Of course, Ohio State and Fox Sports asked Texas for permission to move the game to Sunday night. The Longhorns athletic department denied that request. 'Why would I want to move the game to Sunday night and have a short week? I've got to go to church,' Del Conte said Wednesday, citing concerns over recovery time and personal priorities. The rest of the first half of the schedule is now public. Texas will host San Jose State on Sept. 6 on ABC. The game will also start at 11am. UTEP will be the Longhorns next opponent. The Miners will visit Austin on Sept. 13 at 3 p.m. CT on the SEC Network. Advertisement Sam Houston State will be Texas' fourth game. The Bearkats game will be at night, starting at 7 p.m. CT on ESPN+. Texas' SEC schedule kicks off with the Red River Shootout in Dallas. The game at the Cotton Bowl in Fair Park will start at 2:30 p.m. CT and will air on ABC. Finally, the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M will take place on Nov. 28 at 6:30 p.m. CT. The Longhorns will host the Aggies for the first time in 15 years. This article originally appeared on Longhorns Wire: Six start times, networks announced for Texas Longhorns 2025 schedule
USA Today
3 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Kickoff times, broadcast networks announced for six Texas Longhorns games
Kickoff times, broadcast networks announced for six Texas Longhorns games Mark your calendars! Kickoff times and networks have been announced 🤘 — Texas Football (@TexasFootball) May 29, 2025 The kickoff times and the broadcast networks have been announced for six games of the Texas Longhorns 2025 football schedule. We've known for a week that the Longhorns season opener on Aug. 30 at the Horseshoe in Columbus, OH would be the 2025 debut of Big Noon Saturday on Fox Sports. The Cotton Bowl rematch is the premier game in week one of the college football season will start at 11 a.m. Austin time. Of course, Ohio State and Fox Sports asked Texas for permission to move the game to Sunday night. The Longhorns athletic department denied that request. 'Why would I want to move the game to Sunday night and have a short week? I've got to go to church,' Del Conte said Wednesday, citing concerns over recovery time and personal priorities. The rest of the first half of the schedule is now public. Texas will host San Jose State on Sept. 6 on ABC. The game will also start at 11am. UTEP will be the Longhorns next opponent. The Miners will visit Austin on Sept. 13 at 3 p.m. CT on the SEC Network. Sam Houston State will be Texas' fourth game. The Bearkats game will be at night, starting at 7 p.m. CT on ESPN+. Texas' SEC schedule kicks off with the Red River Shootout in Dallas. The game at the Cotton Bowl in Fair Park will start at 2:30 p.m. CT and will air on ABC. Finally, the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M will take place on Nov. 28 at 6:30 p.m. CT. The Longhorns will host the Aggies for the first time in 15 years.
USA Today
4 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Chris Del Conte responds as Texas blocks prime-time move for 2025 opener at Ohio State
Chris Del Conte responds as Texas blocks prime-time move for 2025 opener at Ohio State Chris Del Conte kept it short and sweet for his reasoning to keep the game on Saturday. The Texas Longhorns will open their 2025 football season against the Ohio State Buckeyes in Columbus — and it will remain a Big Noon Saturday kickoff despite efforts to move the game to Sunday night. According to multiple reports, including one from Horns247, it was the Texas athletic department that declined a proposal from Ohio State and Fox Sports to shift the highly anticipated matchup into a Sunday prime-time slot. Texas athletic director Chris Del Conte didn't mince words when asked about the decision. 'Why would I want to move the game to Sunday night and have a short week? I've got to go to church,' Del Conte said Wednesday, citing concerns over recovery time and personal priorities. When Fox Sports initially announced it had secured the rights to the game, the kickoff time was noticeably absent, prompting speculation the network was eyeing a marquee evening slot. Ohio State's athletic department reportedly lobbied for the move in hopes of avoiding yet another noon kickoff — a time slot that many Buckeyes fans believe stifles the game-day experience and tailgating atmosphere in Columbus. But that effort hit a wall. Since a Sunday move would alter the scheduled date of the game, Texas had to sign off on the change — something it was unwilling to do. Sources indicate that Texas believed its chances of winning would be stronger with a noon start and preferred not to compromise its preparation for the following week's game against San Jose State. Fox has faced criticism from Ohio State fans in recent seasons for placing the Buckeyes in the Big Noon Saturday window for several high-profile games, diminishing the typical energy associated with late afternoon or evening kickoffs at Ohio Stadium. Had the game remained on Saturday but simply moved into a later time slot, Texas would have had no jurisdiction. But the proposed shift to Sunday required mutual agreement, and UT made its position clear. Texas and Ohio State are set to rematch after the Cotton Bowl win that advanced Ohio State to the National Championship, and then to win it all. This will also be the first game Texas has Arch Manning at the helm of the team. The 2025 showdown is expected to be one of the premier non-conference games of the season, drawing national attention — regardless of the time slot.
Fox Sports
23-03-2025
- Sport
- Fox Sports
Rodney Terry reportedly out as head coach at Texas; who could be his replacement?
The Texas Longhorns are in the market for a new men's basketball coach. Texas fired Rodney Terry on Sunday after three seasons, sources told FOX Sports. The Longhorns finished the 2024-25 season with a 19-16 record and a 6-12 mark in the SEC. Terry, 56, was given the interim role when Chris Beard was fired midway through the 2022-23 season following a felony domestic violence arrest, a charge that was later dismissed. He proceeded to take Texas to the Elite Eight and athletic director Chris Del Conte lifted the interim tag to give him the full-time role. Even after going 62-37 in his three seasons, the vibe surrounding Terry was not one of long-term commitment from Del Conte, and after blowing a 13-point lead to Xavier in a First Four matchup in this year's NCAA Tournament, the writing appeared to be on the wall at a place that has championship expectations across the board. Who could Del Conte and the Longhorns turn to next? Ironically enough, the head coach of the Musketeers, Sean Miller, appears to be the early front-runner for the job, sources tell FOX Sports. Miller, who is 487-196 as a head coach and has taken Xavier to two NCAA Tournaments in the last three years, including a Sweet 16 in 2023, is someone Del Conte is very intrigued by due to his winning pedigree. A low buyout at Xavier, NCAA drama at Arizona being in the rearview mirror, and Miller's history all give him leverage in this situation. John Fanta is a national college basketball broadcaster and writer for FOX Sports. He covers the sport in a variety of capacities, from calling games on FS1 to serving as lead host on the BIG EAST Digital Network to providing commentary on The Field of 68 Media Network. Follow him at @John_Fanta . Want great stories delivered right to your inbox? Create or log in to your FOX Sports account, follow leagues, teams and players to receive a personalized newsletter daily . recommended Get more from College Basketball Follow your favorites to get information about games, news and more
