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Jon Alfano

Jon Alfano

Joined: Oct 11, 2024

Jan 1, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Texas Longhorns quarterback Quinn Ewers (3) passes the ball against the Arizona State Sun Devils during the first half of the Peach Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
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Former Texas Longhorns QB Shares Mixed Feelings on Quinn Ewers

Quinn Ewers' placement in the NFL Draft remains up for debate after finishing his college career with the Texas Longhorns.

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Dec 21, 2024; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns offensive lineman Kelvin Banks Jr. (78) against the Clemson Tigers during the CFP National playoff first round at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Texas Longhorns' Kelvin Banks Jr. Falls To Super Bowl Contender in New Mock Draft

Texas Longhorns offensive lineman Kelvin Banks Jr. receives one of his lowest mock draft placements to date.

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April 20, 2024; Austin, Texas, USA: Texas Longhorns quarterbacks Arch Manning (16), left, and Quinn Ewers (3) throw passes while warming up ahead of the Longhorns' spring Orange and White game at Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sara Diggins-Imagn Images via American Statesman
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Texas Longhorns' Arch Manning Sends Touching Message to Quinn Ewers

The Texas Longhorns' two quarterbacks share a special bond.

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Jan 19, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) runs onto the field prior to the game against the Philadelphia Eagles in a 2025 NFC divisional round game at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
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Matthew Stafford Reveals Why He Didn't Play for Texas Longhorns

Despite growing up in the Lone Star State, star quarterback Matthew Stafford ended up spurning the Texas Longhorns.

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Jan 10, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns defensive back Jahdae Barron (7) celebrates after a sack during the second quarter of the College Football Playoff semifinal against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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Three Texas Longhorns Land in Top 20 of Latest NFL Mock Draft

The Texas Longhorns could have several top-20 picks in April.

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Nov 3, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Joseph Ossai (58) runs onto the field before the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Former Texas Longhorns DE Re-Signs With Bengals

A former Texas Longhorns star is staying put in Cincinnati.

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Jan 26, 2025; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy (1) reacts against the Buffalo Bills during the first half in the AFC Championship game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
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Former Texas Longhorns WR Xavier Worthy Won't Face Charges After Arrest

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy was arrested Friday night on suspicion of assault.

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Dec 21, 2024; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) against the Clemson Tigers during the CFP National playoff first round at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Texas Longhorns' Arch Manning Already Among State's Biggest Athletes

Arch Manning is already a sensation as he becomes the Texas Longhorns' starting quarterback,

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Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day and Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian shake hands following a press conference at AT&T Stadium prior to the College Football Playoff semifinal at the Cotton Bowl Classic in Arlington, Texas on Jan. 9, 2025.
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Steve Sarkisian Makes Feelings Clear About Texas Longhorns vs. Ohio State

The Texas Longhorns face a huge test to open the 2025 campaign.

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Feb 7, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Cam Newton on Radio Row at the Super Bowl LIX media center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Cam Newton Takes Misguided Shot at Steve Sarkisian, Texas Longhorns

Former NFL MVP Cam Newton's comments about the Texas Longhorns are way off the mark.

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Mar 1, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers (QB04) during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Quinn Ewers Sends Strong Message to Other Rookie QBs

Texas Longhorns quarterback Quinn Ewers knows what he can bring to an NFL team.

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Mar 1, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Texas wideout Matthew Golden (WO16) during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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'Texas Speed!' Steve Sarkisian Reacts to Longhorns' 40-Yard Dash Times

Xavier Worthy's record lives to see another year, but two Texas Longhorns put up a solid fight.

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