Carson Wersal

Joined: Nov 3, 2025

Carson, a 2025 TCU graduate, is a sports journalist who covers college athletics for several On SI sites. While most of his experience is with TCU On SI, he also writes with Wake Forest On SI and Houston On SI. He also has a passion for the college baseball scene, most notably being a fan of TCU Baseball. In 2023, Carson was in Omaha and reported on the Men’s College World Series, where TCU finished 4th in the nation. His past work not only consists of major sports like football, basketball, and baseball, but with others like track and field and cross country as well.

Mar 26, 2026; San Jose, CA, USA; Purdue Boilermakers guard Braden Smith (3) goes to the basket against Texas Longhorns forward Nic Codie (10) in the second half during a Sweet Sixteen game of the West Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at SAP Center. Mandatory Credit: Eakin Howard-Imagn Images

Here are the good, bad, and ugly takeaways from the Texas Longhorns' upset win vs the Gonzaga Bulldogs.

Texas Longhorns guard Tramon Mark drives in the first half against the BYU Cougars during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Moda Center.

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A Texas Longhorns' upset of the Gonzaga Bulldogs may not be as far-fetched as it sounds.

Mar 19, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; Texas Longhorns head coach Sean Miller in the first half against the BYU Cougars during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Moda Center.

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Texas Longhorns' head coach Sean Miller highlighted his team's resilience in its upset win over the BYU Cougars.

Former Duke Blue Devils and Army head coach Mike Krzyzewski is honored by West Point before a game between the Army Black Knights and Duke Blue Devils at Christl Arena.

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Hall of Fame coach Mike Krzyzewski defends Sean Miller’s reaction after a Texas assistant’s early court‑rush nearly changed the outcome of Texas' First Four game.

Mar 17, 2026; Dayton, OH, USA; NC State Wolfpack forward Darrion Williams (1) dribbles defended by Texas Longhorns forward Camden Heide (5) in the first half during a first four game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at University of Dayton Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

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A bizarre challenge ruling in the Texas Longhorns' First Four matchup against N.C. State left viewers and announcers alike confused.

Oct 25, 2025; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian reacts after a touchdown during overtime against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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A five-star edge rusher has scheduled an official visit to with the Texas Longhorns this summer.

Feb 28, 2026; College Station, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns guard Dailyn Swain (3) controls the ball during the first half as Texas A&M Aggies guard Rylan Griffen (3) defends at Reed Arena. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Basketball

A quick look at the Texas Longhorns' recent NCAA Tournament history, including key games, highlights, and performances.

Nov 8, 2025; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns head coach Sean Miller enters the court before the game against the Lafayette Leopards at Moody Center. Mandatory Credit: Dustin Safranek-Imagn Images

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Texas Longhorns head coach Sean Miller said that he wasn't surprised that they made the Field of 68 for March Madness.

Dec 31, 2025; Orlando, FL, USA; Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian looks on before a game against the Michigan Wolverines at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

Football

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian checks in at No. 8 in The Film Guy Network's top-10 coaches in college football.

Texas outfielder Jonah Williams (55) stands on first base during the Longhorns' game against Louisville at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin Tuesday, May 6, 2025.

Baseball

Texas Longhorns will be without some key depth pieces when they open SEC conference play against the Ole Miss Rebels this weekend.

Texas Longhorns head coach Sean Miller reacts to the action during the second half against the Kentucky Wildcats at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center.

Basketball

After being knocked out of the SEC Tournament by Ole Miss, the Texas Longhorns now turn their attention to Selection Sunday as their NCAA Tournament fate hangs in the balance.

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The Texas Longhorns have scheduled an official visit with one of the top defensive backs in the state of Texas, Greedy James.

Carson Wersal

Joined: Nov 3, 2025

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Michael Taaffe Calls Out Doubters at Texas Longhorns Pro Day

Sean Miller Believes This One Thing Is the Key to Texas Beating Purdue

3 Ways the Texas Longhorns Can Beat the Purdue Boilermakers in the Sweet 16

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The Good, Bad, and Ugly in Texas Longhorns Upset Win vs Gonzaga

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Texas' Chances to Upset Gonzaga Might Come as a Surprise

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Sean Miller Sends Message About How Dangerous Texas Can Be

Basketball

Coach K Defends Sean Miller After Texas Assistant’s Court-Rush Goes Viral

Basketball

Bizarre Challenge Call Leaves Viewers and Announcers Baffled in Texas vs N.C. State

Football

Texas Longhorns Get Major Recruiting News From Five-Star Edge Rusher

Basketball

Texas March Madness History: Record, Final Four Appearances, Highlights

Basketball

Sean Miller Not Surprised That Texas Earned NCAA Tournament Bid

Where Steve Sarkisian Stands in Latest Top-10 Coaches List

3 Texas Longhorns Listed on Injury Report for SEC Opener

Why the Texas Longhorns Will Now Be Sweating on Selection Sunday

Top 2027 Safety Schedules Official Visit With Texas Longhorns