Aaron Raley

Aaron Raley

Joined: Oct 2, 2024

Aaron Raley is a credentialed writer covering the Texas Longhorns for On SI, joining the team on May 27, 2024. Born and raised in Northeast Texas, Aaron earned a degree from Texas A&M University in journalism, with minors in history and sports management. Aaron’s writing abilities are driven by his love and passion for various sports, both at the collegiate and professional levels, as well as his experience in playing sports, especially baseball and football.

Ohio State Buckeyes defensive end Kenyatta Jackson Jr. (97) chases Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Aug. 30, 2025.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning warms up before a game against the Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian looks on before the game against the Oklahoma Sooners at Cotton Bowl.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) dives forward over Michigan Wolverines defensive back Jordan Young (14) during the second half at Camping World Stadium.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian gestures after a game against the Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium.

Football

These memories defined the 2025 season for Steve Sarkisian and the Texas Longhorns.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian looks on in the first half against the Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium.

Football

As another spring camp goes in the books, here are some things that many might have taken note of from the Texas Longhorns.

Dia Bell poses for a photoshoot during a recruiting visit with the Texas Longhorns

Football

Texas Longhorns transfer Darius Snow and quarterback Dia Bell have something in common that nobody could ever guess.

Scottie Scheffler tips his hat to patrons as he walks off the 18th green during the final round of the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club.

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The University of Texas alumnus almost denied Rory McIlroy a second straight win at Augusta but still achieved an impressive feat despite finishing second.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian looks on prior to a game against the Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium.

Football

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian's comments on Arch Manning's pay shows just how much that NIL has progressed since his recruitment to the Longhorns.

Texas Longhorns safety Blake Gideon (21) during the second quarter against the California Golden Bears in the Holiday Bowl at Qualcomm Stadium.

Football

Returning to the Texas Longhorns as a defensive coach has allowed the former Texas safety to reunite with one of his old mentors.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian looks on before the game against the Oklahoma Sooners at Cotton Bowl.

Football

Freshman running back Derrek Cooper has been showing signs of a recent Texas Longhorns legend, and head coach Steve Sarkisian is loving every second of it.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian is interviewed by the media after the game against the Kentucky Wildcats at Kroger Field.

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This new Texas Longhorns wide receiver that isn't named Cam Coleman is already making an impression on head coach Steve Sarkisian.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian leads his team on to the field before a game against the Vanderbilt Commodores at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium.

The Texas Longhorns are already seen as the favorite to win the national championship in 2026.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian gestures after a game against the Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium.

Steve Sarkisian is noticing a stark difference in the current Texas Longhorns running back room and last year's personnel.

Texas Longhorns head coach Sean Miller in the second half against the Gonzaga Bulldogs during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Moda Center.

Here is what Sean Miller had to say after Texas' upset over the No. 3 Gonzaga Bulldogs in the Round of 32.

Texas Longhorns head coach Sean Miller in the second half against the BYU Cougars during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Moda Center.

Texas Longhorns head coach Sean Miller is no stranger to success in the second round of the NCAA Tournament.