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College Football Playoff: How Rivals rated each team's roster in HS

College Football Playoff: How Rivals rated each team's roster in HS

Blake Corum is one of 44 former four-star prospects on Michigan's roster.

12/28/23
 • Adam Gorney
Tuesdays with Gorney: New Rivals250 released

Tuesdays with Gorney: New Rivals250 released

The new rankings for 2023 are out and Adam Gorney gives his thoughts, position-by-position.

1/24/23
 • Adam Gorney
Rivals Rankings Week: Five tough questions the analysts faced

Rivals Rankings Week: Five tough questions the analysts faced

Five-star quarterback Dante Moore signed with UCLA in December.

1/24/23
 • Adam Friedman
Mid-South Spotlight: Toughest rankings questions

Mid-South Spotlight: Toughest rankings questions

The biggest questions around the 2023 rankings ahead of its final update.

1/15/23
 • Nick Harris
Tuesdays with Gorney: What we learned in Orlando and San Antonio

Tuesdays with Gorney: What we learned in Orlando and San Antonio

Five-star Oklahoma quarterback signee Jackson Arnold impressed at the Under Armour All-America Game.

1/10/23
 • Adam Gorney
UA Game Week: Five teams that should be pleased

UA Game Week: Five teams that should be pleased

Oklahoma signee Jackson Arnold was one of several future Sooners who shined at the all-star event.

1/5/23
 • Ryan Wright
UA Game Week: Rankings questions that emerged

UA Game Week: Rankings questions that emerged

The performance of Desmond Ricks and several other elite cornerbacks will create a lot of discussion for our analysts.

1/5/23
 • Adam Friedman
UA Game Week: Top defensive performers by position

UA Game Week: Top defensive performers by position

Five-star Texas A&M signee David Hicks, Jr. had a very impressive week at the Under Armour Game.

1/4/23
 • Ryan Wright
UA Game Week: Survey on impact of conference realignment

UA Game Week: Survey on impact of conference realignment

Uncommitted five-star TE Duce Robinson said he thinks the changes are exciting.

1/3/23
 • Adam Friedman
UA Game Week: Stock Report on defensive players

UA Game Week: Stock Report on defensive players

Oklahoma defensive end signee Adepoju Adebawore has been a bundle of intensity in practices.

1/2/23
 • Adam Friedman
UA Game Week: Gorney Awards from practices

UA Game Week: Gorney Awards from practices

USC signee Zachariah Branch has been the most exciting and dynamic player throughout the week.

1/2/23
 • Adam Gorney
Three-Point Stance: Reactions after an active Saturday at the UA Game

Three-Point Stance: Reactions after an active Saturday at the UA Game

Texas signee Johntay Cook has been nearly unstoppable in 1-on-1 settings.

12/31/22
 • Adam Gorney
UA Game: Team Phantom takeaways from Day 1

UA Game: Team Phantom takeaways from Day 1

Four-star Iowa State quarterback signee JJ Kohl was very sharp for Team Phantom on Friday.

12/30/22
 • Adam Friedman
Sark is bringing in DUDES

Sark is bringing in DUDES

Texas is bringing in high-level talent in the 2023 recruiting class.

12/23/22
 • Cole Patterson
National Signing Day: Team rankings breakdown

National Signing Day: Team rankings breakdown

Nick Saban's Alabama class ranks No. 6 in the all-time Rivals rankings.

12/21/22
 • Adam Friedman
Texas commit "screamed" at Anthony Hill's decision

Texas commit "screamed" at Anthony Hill's decision

Texas commits were elated to see Anthony Hill choose the Longhorns.

12/19/22
 • Cole Patterson
Texas Takeover: Longhorns dominate state title weekend

Texas Takeover: Longhorns dominate state title weekend

Longhorns commitments showed up on the biggest stage in the Lone Star State this weekend.

12/18/22
 • Cole Patterson
Muhammad, Walton go back-to-back: "We are going to win big in Austin"

Muhammad, Walton go back-to-back: "We are going to win big in Austin"

Two future Longhorns won another state title before heading to the 40 Acres.

12/16/22
 • Cole Patterson
Future Longhorns headline LOADED weekend of state title action

Future Longhorns headline LOADED weekend of state title action

What Texas fans need to know for a loaded weekend of state championship football in the Lone Star State

12/16/22
 • Cole Patterson
Fact or Fiction: The wrong DEs got their fifth stars

Fact or Fiction: The wrong DEs got their fifth stars

Defensive end Matayo Uiagalelei was awarded his fifth star during this week's Rivals250 rankings refresh.

12/8/22
 • Adam Friedman and Ryan Wright
Texas commit Cedric Baxter skyrockets in Rivals rankings

Texas commit Cedric Baxter skyrockets in Rivals rankings

Longhorns commits saw movement in the latest update of the Rivals250 rankings.

12/6/22
 • Cole Patterson
Tuesdays with Gorney: Position-by-position on new 2023 rankings

Tuesdays with Gorney: Position-by-position on new 2023 rankings

Tennessee commit Nico Iamaleava is the No. 2 prospect in the 2023 Rivals250.

12/6/22
 • Adam Gorney
Texas commit Malik Muhammad "locked in" and recruiting five-star

Texas commit Malik Muhammad "locked in" and recruiting five-star

Malik Muhammad is putting his recruiting hat on for the Longhorns.

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11/22/22
 • Cole Patterson
Tuesdays with Gorney: Prospects in the mix for five-star status

Tuesdays with Gorney: Prospects in the mix for five-star status

Running backs might be devalued some in this era, but Justice Haynes is a special player who may deserve consideration.

11/22/22
 • Adam Gorney
Three-Point Stance: Texas A&M's class, possible five-stars, 2024 QBs

Three-Point Stance: Texas A&M's class, possible five-stars, 2024 QBs

Five-star TJ Shanahan Jr. remains committed to Texas A&M's 2023 class and voiced his support for the program this week.

11/18/22
 • Nick Harris
Rankings Roundtable: What is toughest position to rank in 2023 class?

Rankings Roundtable: What is toughest position to rank in 2023 class?

Analyst Ryan Wright says a number of prospects are pushing Cormani McClain for the top spot at cornerback.

11/9/22
 • Staff
Mid-South Spotlight: Biggest remaining 2023 storylines

Mid-South Spotlight: Biggest remaining 2023 storylines

Peyton Bowen remains at the center of one of the more intriguing recruitments in the country.

11/8/22
 • Nick Harris
Taking the temperature on potential Rivals250 flips in the Mid-South

Taking the temperature on potential Rivals250 flips in the Mid-South

The latest on over a dozen potential flips before Signing Day.

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11/7/22
 • Nick Harris
Flip watch: Rivals250 prospects who could change their decisions

Flip watch: Rivals250 prospects who could change their decisions

Will Texas A&M's disappointing start make five-star LB Anthony Hill question his commitment to the Aggies?

10/26/22
 • Adam Gorney
Alabama's push for Rivals100 Tex. CB Malik Muhammad continues to grow

Alabama's push for Rivals100 Tex. CB Malik Muhammad continues to grow

Malik Muhammad had the honor of receiving his Under Armour All-American jersey on Thursday night. Muhammad, who was

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10/25/22
 • Brandon Howard
Five-star cornerback Desmond Ricks reclassifies into 2023

Five-star cornerback Desmond Ricks reclassifies into 2023

Five-star Desmond Ricks announced Saturday that he will be reclassifying into the 2023 class.

10/22/22
 • Adam Gorney
Weekend recruiting buzz: Ten biggest visits on tap

Weekend recruiting buzz: Ten biggest visits on tap

Daevin Hobbs is just one of the top prospects who will be on hand as Tennessee hosts Alabama.

10/14/22
 • Adam Gorney
Five thoughts on the 2023 defensive back class

Five thoughts on the 2023 defensive back class

Five-star Cormani McClain is ranked No. 3 in the 2023 Rivals250.

10/13/22
 • Adam Gorney
Malik Muhammad Q&A: 1-on-1 with AY

Malik Muhammad Q&A: 1-on-1 with AY

South Oak Cliff 4-star DB & Texas commit Malik Muhammad talks 1-on-1 with AY about where he stands with A&M, Bama & UT.

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10/5/22
 • Courtney Roland
Malik Muhammad likes what he sees from the Longhorns

Malik Muhammad likes what he sees from the Longhorns

Texas commit Malik Muhammad likes what he has seen from the Longhorns on defense so far in the 2022 season.

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9/21/22
 • Cole Patterson
Mid-South Spotlight: Five prospects that could flip

Mid-South Spotlight: Five prospects that could flip

Notre Dame commit Peyton Bowen is fresh off a visit to Oklahoma and will be at Texas A&M this weekend.

9/13/22
 • Nick Harris
On the Road: Battle of Texas commits headlines weekend slate

On the Road: Battle of Texas commits headlines weekend slate

Highlighting the games and prospects that OB will see this week around the Lone Star State.

9/8/22
 • Cole Patterson
Future Horns: Cedric Baxter shows out

Future Horns: Cedric Baxter shows out

Recapping how Texas commits performed last week in the Lone Star State and beyond.

9/7/22
 • Cole Patterson
Fact or Fiction: Keon Keeley, Javien Toviano, Malachi Coleman

Fact or Fiction: Keon Keeley, Javien Toviano, Malachi Coleman

Four-star athlete Malachi Coleman is the top-ranked prospect in the state of Nebraska.

8/29/22
 • Adam Gorney
Three-Point Stance: Texas HS football, players to watch, Denton Guyer

Three-Point Stance: Texas HS football, players to watch, Denton Guyer

Several elite recruits, including Rueben Owens II, will be chasing Texas state titles this season.

8/26/22
 • Nick Harris
Tracking the Talent: Week one of Texas High School Football is here

Tracking the Talent: Week one of Texas High School Football is here

Several Texas commits and top targets kick off their season this week.

8/25/22
 • Cole Patterson
Rivals Rankings Week: Breaking down the 2023 DBs

Rivals Rankings Week: Breaking down the 2023 DBs

Florida prospect Cormani McClain seems to have a firm grip on the top spot at the position.

8/18/22
 • Clint Cosgrove
Five programs that should be pleased with 2023 rankings release

Five programs that should be pleased with 2023 rankings release

Oklahoma commit Jackson Arnold is now the highest-ranked four-star in the country at No. 21 overall.

8/17/22
 • Nick Harris
Tuesdays with Gorney: New Rivals250 released

Tuesdays with Gorney: New Rivals250 released

The new rankings for 2023 are out and Adam Gorney gives his thoughts, position-by-position.

8/16/22
 • Adam Gorney
August shaping up to be successful month of recruiting for Longhorns

August shaping up to be successful month of recruiting for Longhorns

Looking at what could be a strong month on the recruiting trail for Texas.

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8/7/22
 • Cole Patterson
Tuesdays with Gorney: A look at the top of 2023 position groups

Tuesdays with Gorney: A look at the top of 2023 position groups

Malachi Nelson has been fantastic over the past few months. Does that necessitate a change at the top?

7/26/22
 • Adam Gorney
Longhorns land CB1, continue to add to impressive 2023 class

Longhorns land CB1, continue to add to impressive 2023 class

Texas is getting a potential difference-maker in the secondary with the commitment of Rivals100 DB Malik Muhammad.

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7/20/22
 • Cole Patterson
Longhorns add commitment from R100 DB Malik Muhammad

Longhorns add commitment from R100 DB Malik Muhammad

Texas has added a big defensive piece with a commitment cornerback Malik Muhammad.

7/20/22
 • Jason Suchomel
Texas lands commitment from four-star cornerback Malik Muhammad

Texas lands commitment from four-star cornerback Malik Muhammad

Texas adds to its top-three class with a commitment from Rivals100 cornerback Malik Muhammad.

7/20/22
 • Nick Harris
Future 50: Takeaways on prospects from the Mid-South

Future 50: Takeaways on prospects from the Mid-South

Four-star receiver Jalen Hale was one of the standouts of the event.

7/19/22
 • Nick Harris
Recruiting Rumor Mill: Buzz from a loaded weekend at Future 50

Recruiting Rumor Mill: Buzz from a loaded weekend at Future 50

The annual Future 50 event in Florida featured plenty of recruiting scoop.

7/18/22
 • Nick Harris, Woody Wommack, Ryan Wright
The latest on four-star CB Malik Muhammad less than a week from commitment

The latest on four-star CB Malik Muhammad less than a week from commitment

Alabama, Texas and Texas A&M are pushing for Malik Muhammad's commitment on July 20.

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7/15/22
 • Nick Harris
Longhorns closing in on key remaining targets

Longhorns closing in on key remaining targets

Top targets on the Longhorns' board are closing in on decisions.

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7/13/22
 • Cole Patterson
Tuesdays with Gorney: Quick hits on top uncommitted 2023 prospects

Tuesdays with Gorney: Quick hits on top uncommitted 2023 prospects

At this point it looks like a battle between Florida and Alabama for 2023 five-star CB Cormani McClain.

7/12/22
 • Adam Gorney
Four-star CB Malik Muhammad down to Alabama, Texas, Texas A&M

Four-star CB Malik Muhammad down to Alabama, Texas, Texas A&M

A look at Malik Muhammad's recruitment with three schools remaining.

6/30/22
 • Nick Harris
Arch Madness: The recruiting impact for Texas

Arch Madness: The recruiting impact for Texas

Looking at the recruiting impact that Arch Manning to Texas could have for the Longhorns.

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6/23/22
 • Cole Patterson
In-state battle brews for DB Malik Muhammad

In-state battle brews for DB Malik Muhammad

Texas and Texas A&M will host four-star DB Malik Muhammad soon.

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6/15/22
 • Adam Gorney
Overtime 7v7: Position-by-position breakdown of standouts in Las Vegas

Overtime 7v7: Position-by-position breakdown of standouts in Las Vegas

Taking a look at all of the players that shined in a star-studded field at Overtime 7v7.

6/12/22
 • Nick Harris
Where Texas Longhorns commits, top targets land in updated Rivals250

Where Texas Longhorns commits, top targets land in updated Rivals250

Texas commits and recruiting targets are found all over the updated Rivals250 for the 2023 cycle.

6/7/22
 • Cole Patterson
Commitment predictions for top 10 uncommitted DBs

Commitment predictions for top 10 uncommitted DBs

Florida surged into the picture in recent months and now is the leader for No. 1 CB Cormani McClain.

6/2/22
 • Adam Gorney
Texas remains in contention for elite CB Malik Muhammad

Texas remains in contention for elite CB Malik Muhammad

The Longhorns are in the picture for one of the top talents in the Lone Star State.

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5/31/22
 • Cole Patterson
The Pit Stop (via GameChanger): Latest on Cook and Muhammad; potential OVs

The Pit Stop (via GameChanger): Latest on Cook and Muhammad; potential OVs

OB has the latest intel on multiple key Texas recruiting targets, including info on potential upcoming OVs.

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5/24/22
 • Cole Patterson
Tuesdays with Gorney: Teams that could load up on top 100 recruits

Tuesdays with Gorney: Teams that could load up on top 100 recruits

Five-star Brandon Inniss is the top-ranked receiver in the 2023 class.

5/3/22
 • Adam Gorney
Recruiting Rumor Mill: Activity continues over holiday weekend

Recruiting Rumor Mill: Activity continues over holiday weekend

Texas A&M commit Anthony James visited Miami over the weekend.

4/18/22
 • Adam Gorney
Fact or Fiction: Can Texas Tech sign a top 10 class in 2023?

Fact or Fiction: Can Texas Tech sign a top 10 class in 2023?

The Red Raiders already have 15 commits, one of only two schools in the nation with 10 or more prospects committed.

4/15/22
 • Nick Harris
Nick at Nite: Buzz continuing to build across Texas amid spring visits

Nick at Nite: Buzz continuing to build across Texas amid spring visits

Which school is trending for four-star safety Ryan Yaites ahead of his Friday decision?

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4/14/22
 • Nick Harris
Top performers among Texas Longhorns targets at Battle 7v7 Dallas

Top performers among Texas Longhorns targets at Battle 7v7 Dallas

Highlighting a handful of Longhorns recruiting targets that performed well at Battle 7v7 Dallas.

3/29/22
 • Cole Patterson
The Pit Stop (via GameChanger): Recruiting notes from TX Relays, Battle 7v7

The Pit Stop (via GameChanger): Recruiting notes from TX Relays, Battle 7v7

Recruiting intel and notes on Texas Longhorns targets after a loaded weekend around the state.

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3/28/22
 • Cole Patterson
Texas Longhorns recruiting targets that stood out at UA Dallas

Texas Longhorns recruiting targets that stood out at UA Dallas

Standout performers from the UA Dallas Camp this past weekend.

3/14/22
 • Cole Patterson
Recruiting Rumor Mill: Prospects hit the road as the Dead Period ends

Recruiting Rumor Mill: Prospects hit the road as the Dead Period ends

Five-star receiver Brandon Inniss visited Florida State over the weekend.

3/8/22
 • Adam Gorney
Rivals Rankings Week: Breaking down the 2023 DBs

Rivals Rankings Week: Breaking down the 2023 DBs

Five-star Cormani McClain has all the tools to be a lockdown corner in college - and beyond.

2/17/22
 • Clint Cosgrove
Tuesdays with Gorney: Position-by-position on new 2023 rankings

Tuesdays with Gorney: Position-by-position on new 2023 rankings

Four-star Justice Haynes continues to compete for the top spot in the 2023 running back rankings.

2/15/22
 • Adam Gorney
Rivals100 CB Malik Muhammad plans to give UT an in-person look this spring

Rivals100 CB Malik Muhammad plans to give UT an in-person look this spring

CB Malik Muhammad is one of the country's top prospects, and the UT staff is making him a priority.

2/7/22
 • Jason Suchomel
Rivals100 CB Malik Muhammad talks contenders

Rivals100 CB Malik Muhammad talks contenders

Four-star Dallas cornerback Malk Muhammad talks top teams and visits

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12/22/21
 • Sam Spiegelman
Takeaways from Texas state championship games

Takeaways from Texas state championship games

Takeaways from the 2021 UIL Texas state championship games at AT&T Stadium

12/21/21
 • Sam Spiegelman
Rivals Rankings Week: New 2023 state rankings

Rivals Rankings Week: New 2023 state rankings

David Hicks is the No. 1 player from the No. 1 state (Texas).

12/3/21
 • Clint Cosgrove
Under the Lone Star Lights: TXHSFB Playoffs Week Four Preview

Under the Lone Star Lights: TXHSFB Playoffs Week Four Preview

Previewing the upcoming slate of the Texas High School Football Playoffs.

12/2/21
 • Cole Patterson
The Pit Stop: Johntay Cook believes in Sark’s scheme; other updates

The Pit Stop: Johntay Cook believes in Sark’s scheme; other updates

OB provides recruiting updates on Johntay Cook, Malik Muhammad, and more in a loaded notebook.

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11/22/21
 • Cole Patterson
Recruiting Spotlight: Nos. 81-100 in the 2023 Rivals250

Recruiting Spotlight: Nos. 81-100 in the 2023 Rivals250

Sedrick Irvin's father played at Michigan State, but the four-star RB chose to commit to Notre Dame in September.

11/19/21
 • Adam Gorney
Under the Lone Star Lights: Previewing week two TXHSFB Playoff slate

Under the Lone Star Lights: Previewing week two TXHSFB Playoff slate

OB previews some of the biggest games on the week two TXHSFB playoff slate.

11/18/21
 • Cole Patterson
Recruiting Rumor Mill: Prospects react to weekend visits

Recruiting Rumor Mill: Prospects react to weekend visits

Four-star cornerback Tony Mitchell visited Alabama over the weekend.

10/4/21
 • Adam Gorney
Recruiting Rumor Mill: Latest after another big weekend of visits

Recruiting Rumor Mill: Latest after another big weekend of visits

Kamari McClellan, a top QB in the 2024 class, enjoyed his time at Georgia Tech and meeting the coaching staff.

9/27/21
 • Adam Gorney
Recruiting Rumor Mill: Michigan, others in good shape after visits

Recruiting Rumor Mill: Michigan, others in good shape after visits

Five-star cornerback Will Johnson had another great visit to Michigan this past weekend.

9/15/21
 • Adam Gorney
The Pit Stop: Notes on Johntay Cook, Malik Muhammad, and more

The Pit Stop: Notes on Johntay Cook, Malik Muhammad, and more

Notes on prospects from DeSoto and South Oak Cliff, including 2023 four-stars Johntay Cook and Malik Muhammad.

8/23/21
 • Cole Patterson
Recruiting Rumor Mill: Latest on top players in new 2023 rankings

Recruiting Rumor Mill: Latest on top players in new 2023 rankings

Adam Gorney has the latest on 59 of the top 100 prospects in the new rankings.

8/13/21
 • Adam Gorney
Four-Star CB Malik Muhammad: ‘I Loved Notre Dame’

Four-Star CB Malik Muhammad: ‘I Loved Notre Dame’

The Texas native made the trek to South Bend and didn’t leave disappointed.

7/29/21
 • Mike Singer
2023 four-star DB talks interest in Ohio State, eyeing visit in July

2023 four-star DB talks interest in Ohio State, eyeing visit in July

Four-star corner talks interest in Ohio State, message from Matt Barnes, and when he may visit the school.

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7/15/21
 • Joseph Hastings
Defensive Focus Remains

Defensive Focus Remains

Whether it was Chris McClellan or any of 16 other newly offered prospects, the Sooners have been busy on the trail.

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5/13/21
 • Josh McCuistion
Four-Star Friday: 10 new four-stars emerge in 2023 class

Four-Star Friday: 10 new four-stars emerge in 2023 class

Receiver Malik Elzy is coming off a strong spring in Illinois, and he's starting to see his offer list expand.

5/7/21
 • Adam Friedman
Two schools coming hardest after DB Malik Muhammad

Two schools coming hardest after DB Malik Muhammad

Malik Muhammad said two schools have been the most aggressive with him so far.

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4/20/21
 • Adam Gorney
Five questions about the 2023 DB rankings

Five questions about the 2023 DB rankings

Four-star AJ Harris could emerge as the top-ranked cornerback in the 2023 class.

4/11/21
 • Adam Friedman
Spiegelman's Notebook: Closing the door on November

Spiegelman's Notebook: Closing the door on November

LSU commitment Saivion Jones impressed in a recent game against St. James.

12/1/20
 • Sam Spiegelman
SOC 2023 CB Malik Muhammad discusses new SMU offer

SOC 2023 CB Malik Muhammad discusses new SMU offer

South Oak Cliff 2023 CB Malik Muhammad now has a double-digit offer list after adding one from the Mustangs this week.

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10/29/20
 • Damon Sayles
Notes and quotes from ESPN's Elite Underclassmen camp

Notes and quotes from ESPN's Elite Underclassmen camp

Ben speaks with some of the top performers at ESPN's Elite Underclassmen camp from Durant, Oklahoma

7/22/20
 • Ben Golan
VISITOR REACTIONS - TTU vs OSU

VISITOR REACTIONS - TTU vs OSU

Visitors for the Texas Tech vs OSU game give their thoughts on the game and more

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10/5/19
 • Ben Golan