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Colorado State got off to an extremely quick 14-0 lead over UTSA, but the Roadrunners hardly flinched, using a 35 point run to defeat the Rams 59-45 in the highest scoring game in program history. Jeff Traylor's squad seems well positioned to make a run at the conference title this year, starting with the Rice Owls in Houston. 0:00 UTSA Wraps Up Non-Conference Play at 3-1 4:25 Listener Voicemail: End of Non-Conference Play 9:13 Roster Depth and Keeping the Culture Healthy 12:01 The 35-Point Unanswered Run 22:05 Defense Gives Up 500 Yards 26:56 Why Isn't the Pass Rush Getting Home? 28:38 Busted Coverage and Explosive Plays 30:14 Alamodome Crowd Gets Loud 34:25 UTSA vs. Rice: A Long Series History 38:06 Rice's Option Offense 44:07 UTSA Offense vs. Rice Defense 49:46 Rice Players to Watch 57:19 Score Predictions 59:43 Tailgate at Rice Stadium (West Lot 3) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Colorado State got off to an extremely quick 14-0 lead over UTSA, but the Roadrunners hardly flinched, using a 35 point run to defeat the Rams 59-45 in the highest scoring game in program history. Jeff Traylor's squad seems well positioned to make a run at the conference title this year, starting with the Rice Owls in Houston. 0:00 UTSA Wraps Up Non-Conference Play at 3-1 4:25 Listener Voicemail: End of Non-Conference Play 9:13 Roster Depth and Keeping the Culture Healthy 12:01 The 35-Point Unanswered Run 22:05 Defense Gives Up 500 Yards 26:56 Why Isn't the Pass Rush Getting Home? 28:38 Busted Coverage and Explosive Plays 30:14 Alamodome Crowd Gets Loud 34:25 UTSA vs. Rice: A Long Series History 38:06 Rice's Option Offense 44:07 UTSA Offense vs. Rice Defense 49:46 Rice Players to Watch 57:19 Score Predictions 59:43 Tailgate at Rice Stadium (West Lot 3)

The Roadrunners' defense showed up in a big way under the bright lights in Austin, frustrating Arch Manning and the #1 Longhorns with a stingy secondary. While Owen McCown and the offense couldn't click into gear, UTSA fans have to be feeling good about their chances this year coming out of this contest. Up next is a home match-up against a CSU team who may have just lost their starting quarterback. Can UTSA capitalize? 00:00 Recapping the Trip to Austin 05:27 Asaad Chapman Locks Down Texas' Top Receivers 08:21 Cleaning Up the Run Fits from Texas State 09:51 Pressuring Arch Manning: The Pass Rush Review 12:18 The Green Dog Blitz & a More Creative Defense 14:13 Owen Peewee's Move to Money Backer 18:42 Offense Struggles: Penalties and Third Downs 23:41 DeAndre Marshall's Scary Offseason Health Battle 25:35 Missed Red Zone Chances & Receiver Concerns 28:52 Listener Voicemail: Time to Spread the Ball Around? 35:16 Cumbia Break & the Fiesta Hispanic Heritage Jerseys 37:05 Colorado State Preview: Attendance & the Betting Line 38:59 CSU's Quarterback Injury Situation 46:01 Scouting CSU's Offensive Weapons 48:13 Is Colorado State's Defense Actually Struggling? 53:35 CSU's Tackling Woes & UTSA's Screen Game 56:01 Score Predictions vs Colorado State Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(S10, E7) This week on the Colorado State Insider Podcast, we look back at Colorado State's matchup with BYU and turn our attention to Saturday's game against UTSA. Rams Radio analyst Marty Lenz joins Brian to break down what we saw against the Cougars and what the Rams need to do as they get ready for the Roadrunners. Then, Andy Everett, the radio voice of the UTSA Roadrunners, joins the show for an inside look at UTSA and what Colorado State can expect on Saturday.Plus, we introduce Ram fans to first-year women's tennis head coach Blake Mosley as the Rams get their fall season underway.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Roadrunners' defense showed up in a big way under the bright lights in Austin, frustrating Arch Manning and the #1 Longhorns with a stingy secondary. While Owen McCown and the offense couldn't click into gear, UTSA fans have to be feeling good about their chances this year coming out of this contest. Up next is a home match-up against a CSU team who may have just lost their starting quarterback. Can UTSA capitalize? 00:00 Recapping the Trip to Austin 05:27 Asaad Chapman Locks Down Texas' Top Receivers 08:21 Cleaning Up the Run Fits from Texas State 09:51 Pressuring Arch Manning: The Pass Rush Review 12:18 The Green Dog Blitz & a More Creative Defense 14:13 Owen Peewee's Move to Money Backer 18:42 Offense Struggles: Penalties and Third Downs 23:41 DeAndre Marshall's Scary Offseason Health Battle 25:35 Missed Red Zone Chances & Receiver Concerns 28:52 Listener Voicemail: Time to Spread the Ball Around? 35:16 Cumbia Break & the Fiesta Hispanic Heritage Jerseys 37:05 Colorado State Preview: Attendance & the Betting Line 38:59 CSU's Quarterback Injury Situation 46:01 Scouting CSU's Offensive Weapons 48:13 Is Colorado State's Defense Actually Struggling? 53:35 CSU's Tackling Woes & UTSA's Screen Game 56:01 Score Predictions vs Colorado State

After the reality check against BYU, CSU faces a very different—and potentially more revealing—test in its first road game of the Jim Mora era. Joel and Mike preview Saturday's matchup at UTSA, where the Roadrunners have built one of the strongest home-field advantages outside the Power Four. With Hauss Hejny's status uncertain and CSU entering as a surprising double-digit underdog, the guys examine the quarterback situation, a struggling Rams run defense, UTSA's massive penalty problems and the matchups CSU must exploit to have a chance in San Antonio. At 2-1 and exactly where many hoped they'd be through three games, this may be the game that tells us much more about where Mora's rebuilding project really stands. The guys break it down. This RamNation Radio episode is brought to you by Pedersen Toyota, your Local Toyota Dealer Serving Fort Collins, Loveland, Windsor and Timnath for more than 50 years. It is also made possible by Ginger and Baker — our favorite restaurant(s) in all of Fort Collins, and Ram Zone (powered by the CSU Bookstore) — the best place to get all your Ram gear. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Last season, Coach Adam Short was an assistant coach for the Queens University team that won the ASun and went to the NCAA tournament. He joins the podcast to talk about his role, rebounding and culture coordinator.Check out A Quick Timeout newsletterSign up for A Quick Timeout newsletterThis episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $250 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT models. Get $100 off the IC3 Basketball Shot Trainer with the code TONYMILLER (or click this link).If you're already using tools like FastDraw, FastScout, or FastRecruit—you know how essential they are to your workflows. And now that they're fully part of the Hudl ecosystem, they're more powerful than ever. From film and play diagrams to scouting reports and custom recruiting boards, everything flows together. One system. Built for high-performance programs. Learn more at hudl.com/aquicktimeout. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The No. 1 Texas Longhorns had trouble moving the ball against the physical play of the UTSA defense, a performance salvaged by the defense shutting down the dynamic Roadrunners.What went wrong for Texas on Saturday, and how can they fix it before the s start of conference play?

The No. 1 Texas Longhorns had trouble moving the ball against the physical play of the UTSA defense, a performance salvaged by the defense shutting down the dynamic Roadrunners. What went wrong for Texas on Saturday, and how can they fix it before the s start of conference play? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff Howe, Lifetime Longhorn Marcus Myers and Coach Bob Shipley examine the biggest concern emerging from Texas' 30-6 victory over UTSA: the unpredictable play of Arch Manning and the passing offense. Manning missed routine throws, failed to find open receivers and relied too heavily on his legs as the entire offensive operation struggled to establish rhythm. Is this a correctable one-game issue, or a major warning sign before facing Jim Knowles' Tennessee defense in Knoxville?The panel also evaluates whether Texas' improving running game can relieve some pressure, with freshman Derrek Cooper providing a powerful new dimension in short-yardage situations. On defense, Will Muschamp's group produced a championship-caliber performance by holding UTSA without a touchdown and limiting the Roadrunners to one conversion on 11 third downs. Can Manning rediscover his confidence and deliver another big-game performance when Texas begins SEC play? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeff Howe and Lifetime Longhorn Rod Babers go back through the film from Texas' 30-6 victory over UTSA and uncover an offense lacking rhythm, explosiveness and a clear identity. The Roadrunners blitzed on more than half of Manning's dropbacks, confused the offensive line with second-level pressure and prevented Texas from completing a pass of 20-plus yards for the second consecutive game. Rod explains why the Longhorns' inability to establish Manning's preferred concepts points to a growing disconnect between the quarterback and play caller.The defense tells a completely different story, as Will Muschamp continues creating advantages with early-down blitzes, late defensive-line movement and aggressive pressure packages. Rod places his concern level for the offense at a six out of 10 and identifies another troubling tendency opponents could exploit in Manning's throws outside the left hash. With Tennessee waiting in Knoxville, Texas must discover what it can consistently do well—and quickly. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bobby Burton and Rod Babers preview Texas' matchup with UTSA and explain why the Roadrunners could be catching the Longhorns at the worst possible time. Despite an unforgettable comeback against Ohio State, Texas prepared this week as if it had lost, with Steve Sarkisian emphasizing a faster start, better execution and improved ball security after five turnovers against the Buckeyes.The guys also predict a breakout performance from Texas' offense, examine whether freshman running back Derrek Cooper will receive an expanded role and identify the pass rushers poised for a big night. Plus, they make their picks for LSU–Ole Miss, Florida–Auburn, Mississippi State–South Carolina and Florida State–Alabama during a loaded weekend across the SEC. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The No. 1 Texas Longhorns wrap up their non-conference schedule by hosting another I-35 foe, the UTSA Roadrunners. UTSA is coming off of a dramatic come-from-behind win of their own, knocking off Texas's Week 1 opponent, Texas State. What unique challenges does the Roadrunners offense present to Texas in this matchup?

The No. 1 Texas Longhorns wrap up their non-conference schedule by hosting another I-35 foe, the UTSA Roadrunners. UTSA is coming off of a dramatic come-from-behind win of their own, knocking off Texas's Week 1 opponent, Texas State. What unique challenges does the Roadrunners offense present to Texas in this matchup? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Owen McCown and the UTSA Roadrunners put the past behind them as they went on the road and secured a major victory for the program, coming from behind to defeat the Texas State Bobcats in San Marcos with a clutch game-ending drive. Unfortunately the Roadrunners will have a difficult time turning that inspiring win into sustainable momentum as they'll face the #1 team in the nation this week. We preview the Texas Longhorns with an assist from our old friend Eric Henry, and discuss whether playing this series still makes sense in 2026. 0:00 Riding High After Beating Texas State 6:13 Owen McCown's Redemption 15:24 Grit, Mistakes & Finding "Triangle of Toughness" Magic 21:08 Defense Holds Up, Then Bowie's Playcalling Gets Dissected 29:52 Remaining Concerns for the Team 41:42 Eric Henry Joins: Texas's New DC & Offensive Turnaround 49:43 Returning Stars, Arch Manning & The Ohio State Comeback 58:10 Program Spending, NIL Transparency & the Future of Buy Games 1:10:48 Is It Worth It? UTSA's Power Two Philosophy Debate 1:19:34 Score Predictions Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T69q3Cc6GAQ

Horns247's Eric Henry, David Eckert and Chip Brown are joined by UTSA head coach Jeff Traylor ahead of No. 1 Texas' matchup with the Roadrunners on Saturday. Traylor talks about the growth of his program, which players on the Longhorns' roster impress him and his time in Austin as a former Longhorn assistant coach. 0:00 -- Introduction 2:06 -- The state of the UTSA program entering the Texas game 8:53 -- How UTSA replaces players who transfer out 12:50 -- UTSA players to watch on Saturday 17:00 -- How Steve Sarkisian's offense influences other coaches.

The Texas State Bobcats fell to 0-2 on the season with a loss to the UTSA Roadrunners. Is it time to panic or is there still time to salvage the TXST's 2026 season? Keff Ciardello is here to hash it out.  Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com, FamilyFirstCremationServices.com, BHIHats.com

The Texas State Bobcats home-opener is this Saturday when they host a hated rival the UTSA Roadrunners. Keff Ciardello previews the game, discusses his players to watch on both sides and gives his prediction for the 8th installment of the I-35 Showdown... or is called the Battle for I-35?   Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com, BHIHats.com 

A strong visiting crowd helped UTSA enjoy a crowd of over 33,000 as the Roadrunners took care of business against an outmatched UTRGV squad. While 45-16 looks good on the final ledger, the performance left quite a bit to be desired, leading to a muted response from fans, players, and coaches after the win. We break down the action and top performers from the season opener, stay tuned for our TXST preview later this week. 0:00 – Intro 0:57 – Alamodome Atmosphere 9:10 – Same Old Issues: Penalties & Traylor's Frustration 17:31 – Owen McCown's Return to Full Health 21:26 – Offensive Line Rotation & Grades 22:04 – First Look at the Rick Bowie Offense 24:08 – The Third-Quarter Lull Strikes Again 28:14 – Defensive Standouts: Cooper, Rogers & the Chapman Brothers 32:12 – Tackling & Discipline 38:00 – Special Teams: Punting, Kicking & Long Snapping 45:40 – Wrap-Up: Texas State Preview Coming Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A strong visiting crowd helped UTSA enjoy a crowd of over 33,000 as the Roadrunners took care of business against an outmatched UTRGV squad. While 45-16 looks good on the final ledger, the performance left quite a bit to be desired, leading to a muted response from fans, players, and coaches after the win. We break down the action and top performers from the season opener, stay tuned for our TXST preview later this week. 0:00 – Intro 0:57 – Alamodome Atmosphere 9:10 – Same Old Issues: Penalties & Traylor's Frustration 17:31 – Owen McCown's Return to Full Health 21:26 – Offensive Line Rotation & Grades 22:04 – First Look at the Rick Bowie Offense 24:08 – The Third-Quarter Lull Strikes Again 28:14 – Defensive Standouts: Cooper, Rogers & the Chapman Brothers 32:12 – Tackling & Discipline 38:00 – Special Teams: Punting, Kicking & Long Snapping 45:40 – Wrap-Up: Texas State Preview Coming

Welcome to the first game week of 2026! We have our first depth chart of the season and it features a few notable surprised. Tune in to hear which players surprised by earning starting spots, or falling into a backup role. The Roadrunners' new two-deep will debut this Saturday as UTRGV travels to the Alamodome for their first game against an FBS opponent. The Vaquero fans are talking a big game, can the Roadrunners give them a humbling introduction to FBS play, or will the Vaqueros play with a chip on their shoulder and give the Roadrunners a scare? Not yet a Patreon member? Follow this link to claim a free month of access. This offer expires at kickoff on Saturday https://www.patreon.com/alamodomeaudible/redeem/EDAA2 00:00 - UTSA game week finally arrives 06:07 - Initial reactions to the Week 1 depth chart 18:22 - What the depth chart says about ceiling and evaluation 27:35 - The moneybacker battle and Archie Chambers' absence 29:16 - Why UTRGV is the ideal Week 1 opponent 35:44 - Travis Bush and the UTSA connections in Edinburg 42:27 - San Antonio talent across the UTRGV roster 51:20 - Expectations from UTSA this week 56:50 - Score predictions Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oV1_4YdD-q4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the first game week of 2026! We have our first depth chart of the season and it features a few notable surprised. Tune in to hear which players surprised by earning starting spots, or falling into a backup role. The Roadrunners' new two-deep will debut this Saturday as UTRGV travels to the Alamodome for their first game against an FBS opponent. The Vaquero fans are talking a big game, can the Roadrunners give them a humbling introduction to FBS play, or will the Vaqueros play with a chip on their shoulder and give the Roadrunners a scare? Not yet a Patreon member? Follow this link to claim a free month of access. This offer expires at kickoff on Saturday https://www.patreon.com/alamodomeaudible/redeem/EDAA2 00:00 - UTSA game week finally arrives 06:07 - Initial reactions to the Week 1 depth chart 18:22 - What the depth chart says about ceiling and evaluation 27:35 - The moneybacker battle and Archie Chambers' absence 29:16 - Why UTRGV is the ideal Week 1 opponent 35:44 - Travis Bush and the UTSA connections in Edinburg 42:27 - San Antonio talent across the UTRGV roster 51:20 - Expectations from UTSA this week 56:50 - Score predictions Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oV1_4YdD-q4

In our first non-conference opponent preview, we dive in on the UTSA Roadrunners, who are reloading on offense and retooling on defense. After back-to-back 7-6 years, Jeff Traylor and Co. hope to find some answers in the portal and with a new identity on offense. Can they do enough on defense to help bolster the efforts of the offense?

In our first non-conference opponent preview, we dive in on the UTSA Roadrunners, who are reloading on offense and retooling on defense. After back-to-back 7-6 years, Jeff Traylor and Co. hope to find some answers in the portal and with a new identity on offense. Can they do enough on defense to help bolster the efforts of the offense? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An overtime loss to Fenwick in the Class 6A semifinals last fall ended Nazareth's quest for a fourth consecutive state championship. Now, the Roadrunners are back, rich with Division I talent and reloading for another deep postseason run this fall.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.

In episode 182, Sarah and Rick are joined by Jess Best, a Doctoral Researcher at the University of Westminster who explores the psychological transformation that takes place in trail and ultra-marathon runners. Jess shares her research and findings from an ongoing 13-month study involving 36 ultrarunners from across the UK, exploring how the sport shapes mindset, identity, and wellbeing.AND Rick speaks to Jack Pitcher, who recently completed an epic running challenge across Iceland, about his mental resilience, physical endurance and what exactly helped him through it.The Running Channel Podcast tackles one big topic each episode, amongst helpful tips and light-hearted chat on the latest news in the running world. Hosted by Sarah Hartley (amateur runner) and Andy Baddeley (former pro runner) alongside Rick Kelsey (recovering runner), the TRC Podcast is friendly, jargon-free, and the perfect accompaniment to your runs.Join The Running Channel Club for exclusive additional podcast episodes, bite-sized courses, live Q&As and so much more! Head to The Running Channel ClubFor all enquiries contact podcast@therunningchannel.com .If you liked this, please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. And leave us a 5* review and rating, it really helps us get discovered.We're on YouTube too, so check us out there: www.youtube.com/runningchannel .

With the Roadrunners kicking off fall camp this week it's time for us to dive into this season's schedule. A relatively favorable schedule will give UTSA a chance to take an early lead in the conference championship run, but they'll first need to handle business against Texas State. We breakdown each opponent on the schedule, highlighting the most important games on the docket. Want to unlock all of our season preview content? Join us for a free month on Patreon at this link: https://www.patreon.com/alamodomeaudible/redeem/EDAA2 Video: https://youtu.be/eDJchjL_N1o 0:00 Intro: season stakes for Jeff Traylor & UTSA 3:12 AAC race wide open entering 2026 6:26 Vegas win total & schedule strength 10:38 vs. UTRGV 18:22 at Texas State 24:13 at Texas 26:02 vs. Colorado State 32:38 at Rice 37:32 vs. South Florida 44:04 vs. Navy 46:15 at Tulane 50:19 at Florida Atlantic 53:19 vs. North Texas 57:29 at UAB 1:01:08 vs. Tulsa 1:04:33 Season outlook & win total prediction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the Roadrunners kicking off fall camp this week it's time for us to dive into this season's schedule. A relatively favorable schedule will give UTSA a chance to take an early lead in the conference championship run, but they'll first need to handle business against Texas State. We breakdown each opponent on the schedule, highlighting the most important games on the docket. Want to unlock all of our season preview content? Join us for a free month on Patreon at this link: https://www.patreon.com/alamodomeaudible/redeem/EDAA2 Video: https://youtu.be/eDJchjL_N1o   0:00 Intro: season stakes for Jeff Traylor & UTSA 3:12 AAC race wide open entering 2026 6:26 Vegas win total & schedule strength 10:38 vs. UTRGV 18:22 at Texas State 24:13 at Texas 26:02 vs. Colorado State 32:38 at Rice 37:32 vs. South Florida 44:04 vs. Navy 46:15 at Tulane 50:19 at Florida Atlantic 53:19 vs. North Texas 57:29 at UAB 1:01:08 vs. Tulsa 1:04:33 Season outlook & win total prediction

The Roadrunners had a bigger impact to the MLB Draft than expected this year which may pose some problems for the 2027 roster. Dan and Rylan react to the landing spots of the Roadrunners who moved on to the next level, and discuss how UTSA will need to overcome a lack of returning production on the mound to enjoy a successful continuation of the program's success. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZFi3QS5OzU

The previous post covered my grades on how the strength of today’s four largest college athletic conferences compare with their previous versions twenty years ago in 2006. Here's a brief recap. In my estimation, only the SEC (which expanded from 12 to 16 teams over that 20 year period) has shown an upgrade in competition levels since 2006.  I awarded the SEC a “B” grade. The Big 12 (which lost four of its prominent members to the SEC) received a C+ for their nimble addition of several relevant regional sports schools. A “D” grade was handed down to the Atlantic Coast Conference.  Their nonsensical addition of West Coast newcomers Cal (Berkeley) and Stanford in 2024 crashed the ACC's overall score. Speaking of lousy grades, I awarded a D- to the Big Ten Conference as its recently-annexed properties have resulted in a BIG thud.  From the east (Maryland and Rutgers) to the west (Nebraska, Oregon, UCLA, USC, and Washington), the Big Ten’s new coast-to-coast configuration has failed to improve this conference for either sports fans or student/athletes. How have the five mid-major conferences fared with recent expansion issues? These other conferences (nicknamed the “Group of Five”) can be quite entertaining but rarely win national championships.  They must compete against the “Big Four” major conferences featuring the wealthiest college sports programs. American Athletic Conference (AAC) The AAC has only been around since the year 2013.  There were 10 initial AAC members and now 14 in 2026. Only Memphis, South Florida, and Temple remain from 2013.  The ACC raided Conference USA to obtain several of its new members. Army and Navy – What's not to like about these two additions?  They bring the focus of the entire college football world to their annual game played in early December.  Grades – A Charlotte – The 49ers have been perpetual cellar dwellers in most sports.  Charlotte, North Carolina sports fans are more likely to follow UNC, Duke, and Clemson.  Yawn.  Grade – D- East Carolina – The Pirates have made the NCAA baseball playoffs ten times since 2013 and have occasionally contended for the AAC title in football.  A hearty fan base makes ECU a fun place to watch sports.  Grade – B Florida Atlantic – A member of the AAC since 2023, this school is best known for its men's basketball team and having a great beach nearby.  Sadly, most local sports fans don’t give a hoot about the FAU Owls yet.  Grade – C- North Texas – The Mean Green had a brilliant 12-2 football season in 2025 in the school's third year as part of the AAC.  The other sports are lagging behind.  Grade – C Rice – Another third year AAC member, the Houston-based Owls have been an athletics flop in their new conference.  Grade – D Tulane – Green Wave football program has rejuvenated Tulane athletics down in the Crescent City.  Unfortunately, the remainder of the school’s sports teams rarely lead the AAC.  Grade – C Tulsa – Golden Hurricane football and men's basketball programs have been on the decline in the past decade.  That's a shame, because Tulsa fans desperately want to get behind the city’s lone major college athletics team.  Grade – C- UAB – Try as I might, I'm having trouble remembering any recent sports successes for the Blazers.  Grade – D- UTSA – Like Tulsa, the Roadrunners have the entire San Antonio market ready for their athletics programs to take off.  Other than some recent success in football, UTSA sports still appear to be taking a siesta.  Grade – C- AAC overall grade for expansion: C- Conference USA (C-USA) I am not going to provide individual grades to Conference USA member schools.  It is not their fault that C-USA management has done such a lousy job of keeping this conference together and relevant in major college sports. The conference has seen a 100% turnover in the past 20 years. Schools being added have generally been former FCS top teams such as Delaware, Sam Houston, and Jacksonville (AL) State. Things have declined so badly in Conference USA (“How badly have they declined?”) that longtime member Louisiana Tech recently agreed to pay a reported $8 million to buy its way out of C-USA.  The Bulldogs’ jubilant athletic department and fans are rejoining the Sun Belt Conference this fall.  Louisiana Tech will save more than $1 million annually in travel costs formerly required to travel to schools within the far-flung Conference USA. Longtime C-USA holdovers Western Kentucky and Middle Tennessee State deserve a better fate.  Save your money and call the Sun Belt in a couple of years! C-USA overall grade for expansion –  F- Mid-American Conference (MAC) In contrast to Conference USA, the MAC has remained remarkably stable for the past 20 years. Eleven of the dozen MAC members in 2006 remain a part of the conference today.  Northern Illinois (which had been part of the MAC for 30 years) is leaving this fall to become part of the Mountain West Conference. In a couple of curious moves, the Mid-American Conference has added two new members recently. UMass – The 2025 addition of the University of Massachusetts (which is at least in regional proximity to longtime MAC member Buffalo) was rather questionable.  Athletic success at Umass has been nearly invisible over the past decade.  After just one year in the MAC, the Minutemen have been a net negative in sports for the Mid-American Conference.  Grade: D- Sacramento State – Seriously?  Yes, the Mid-American Conference will add this longtime FCS member from California to its football schedules this fall.  Sacramento (the #20 TV market) is 2,500 miles from the middle of Ohio. The Hornets will be a football-only member of the Mid-American Conference.  For the usually stable MAC, this is a rather bizarre expansion move.  Grade: F MAC overall grade for expansion:  D- Mountain West Conference (Mountain West) The Mountain West has survived a few departure tremors in recent years.  Of the nine Mountain West members 20 years ago, only Air Force, New Mexico, UNLV, and Wyoming remain.  Let’s review the teams which have come aboard since 2006. Hawaii – The Rainbow Warriors (2012) have posted winning football records in just four of their 14 seasons in the Mountain West.  The other athletic squads are nearly invisible in the post-season tournaments.  Hawaii remains a dream road trip destination for visiting teams and their fans, though.  Grade: C- Nevada – At least the men’s basketball team has appeared in the NCAA March Madness event five times over the past nine seasons.  Otherwise, fans of the Nevada Wolfpack (which joined the Mountain West in 2012) haven’t had much to howl about lately.  Grade: C- North Dakota State – This former FCS division powerhouse football program is stepping-up to play against the big boys beginning this fall.  The move is for football only. The Bison are a terrific geographic fit for the Mountain West Conference, too.  This makes sense.  Grade: A Northern Illinois – The Huskies will join the Mountain West this fall after 30 years in the Mid-American Conference.  Northern Illinois’ sports resume has weakened in recent years.  Other than bringing the #3 TV market (Chicago) to the Mountain West, this move makes little sense.  Grade: D San Jose State – The Spartans (members since 2013) have appeared in four bowl games over the past decade.  On the other hand, the men’s basketball team has won just 33% of its conference games over the past 13 years.  Grade: C- UTEP – This longtime Conference USA member joins the Mountain West this fall.  UTEP’s football team has been downright awful in recent years.  Despite a sports slump, UTEP bring strong fan support from the El Paso area.  They should be a fine geographic fit for the Mountain West.  Grade: C Mountain West overall grade for expansion:  C Sun Belt Conference (Sun Belt) The Sun Belt has been nicknamed the “Junior SEC”.  This conference has grown from 10 members in 2006 to 14 today. Only Arkansas State, Louisiana-Lafayette, South Alabama, Troy, and UL-Monroe remain from 2006. Appalachian State – The Mountaineers (members since 2014) have been a top football contender in the Sun Belt.  Their enthusiastic fans make road trips to Boone, North Carolina a fun stop.  Grade: B Coastal Carolina – Speaking of fun stops, how about a visit to Myrtle Beach to play Coastal Carolina?  The 2017 Sun Belt addition of the Chanticleers has been a terrific addition for the conference.  Coastal’s football team has played in six straight bowl games.  The baseball team won the men’s College World Series in 2016.  Grade: A Georgia Southern – Would it surprise you to learn that the Golden Eagles from Statesboro, Georgia have played in seven bowl games over the past eight seasons?  The other sports programs at Georgia Southern need to step it up.  Grade: B Georgia State – The 2013 addition of the Panthers from Atlanta has not added a lot of sports notoriety.  However, the men’s basketball program has earned four invitations to March Madness in the past 11 seasons.  Grade: C Louisiana Tech – The Bulldogs paid dearly ($8 million) to escape Conference USA beginning this fall.  Louisiana Tech brings several highly competitive sports teams. They are a perfect geographic addition to the Sun Belt Conference Western division.  Grade: A Marshall – This begins Marshall’s fourth year in the Sun Belt Conference.  The Thundering Herd has been a top football competitor and competes well in other major sports.  Grade: B Old Dominion – ODU came into the Sun Belt in 2022.  The Monarchs from Norfolk, VA posted a nifty 10-3 football record in 2025.  Old Dominion has been relatively quiet in its other sports, though.  Grade: C Southern Miss – The Golden Eagles (Sun Belt members since 2022) have been a dominant team in recent NCAA college baseball post-season tournaments.  Last season’s 2025 football team improved from a miserable 1-11 record in 2024 to a hopeful 7-6 mark.  Grade: B Sun Belt overall grade for expansion:  B+ Bonus Conference!  The newly revived Pac-12 Conference “states” its case in 2026 The most prominent names of the long-time Pac-12 Conference bolted for better TV money into the Big Ten and ACC in 2024.  That left holdovers Oregon State and Washington State “homeless”.  The Beavers and Cougars have bagged a few top teams from the Mountain West Conference to help them rebuild the Pac-12 starting this fall. Boise State is the biggest name coming to the new Pac-12.  The Broncos have fielded a nationally ranked football program several times in the past few decades. Other Mountain West migrants include Colorado State, Fresno State, San Diego State, and Washington State. Texas State (formerly of the Sun Belt Conference) will also join the Pac-12 this fall. In case you didn’t notice, each of the eight new Pac-12 schools has the last name of “State”! Summary Only the Sun Belt Conference has earned a positive score (B+) from SwampSwami among the “Group of Five” mid-major conferences. The Sun Belt is the only major college athletic conference opting to maintain two divisions (East and West) to minimize travel expenses for its member schools and lessen the travel impact on their student/athletes.  Bravo! The post Grading the Mid-Major Conference expansions – Part 2 appeared first on SwampSwamiSports.com.

This is the All Local 4:00 P.M. update for Saturday, July 11th, 2026.

UTSA Baseball broadcast voice Jordy Fee-Platt makes his Around the Bird Bath debut to help us wrap up another highly successful season for the Roadrunners. While UTSA fell just short of repeat NCAA tournament appearances, the Roadrunners overcame a critical injury in the first inning of the season to clinch a regular season championship. We reflect on the season and look ahead to 2027 as UTSA navigates the transfer portal. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WfwbyXDamHk  

Season 5 is officially in the books, and what a journey it's been! Join Andrew, Melissa and Josh as they reflect on an incredible season of the Birds Up Podcast, revisiting some of their favorite interviews, memorable moments, behind-the-scenes stories and the conversations that made this season so special. From distinguished alumni and industry leaders to coaches, entrepreneurs and changemakers, every guest brought a unique perspective that continues to showcase the impact of the UTSA community. Most importantly, this episode is a thank you to our guests for sharing their stories and to our listeners for tuning in, supporting the podcast and being part of the Birds Up family. Whether you've been with us since Episode 1 or just discovered the show this season, we appreciate you coming along for the ride. Tune in for one last look back at Season 5, and get ready for what's ahead in Season 6. Be sure to subscribe, leave us a review, and share the podcast with your fellow Roadrunners. The conversation doesn't stop here—Birds Up! ----------------------------------------------------- Show Notes:  UT San Antonio AlumniUT San Antonio Alumni EventsAlumni Gala           Thanks for tuning in! Don't forget to like, follow, and subscribe for more great content! Birds Up!

The 2026 American Conference previews roll on, as Matt and Carter welcome on Friend of the Roost Pod (formal title) Jared Kalmus of the Alamo Audible for his record-breaking sixth guest spot. Longtime listeners will know that means it's time to talk Roadrunners! What are the vibes with Jeff Traylor and UTSA these days? Can Owen McCown summon the spirit of Frank Harris and finally lead the team to greater success in the American? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An honest car mix-up is closer than believed, & we learn to warmup & stretch before taking on car work. Oil filter sizes through the years are demonstrated & the 65 Impala project is discussed. See the show in You Tube here: https://youtu.be/fTGUQ1Z3jIc

Fresh off a historic 2025 American Conference Championship season, UTSA Soccer Head Coach Derek Pittman joins the Birds Up Podcast to talk about the journey of building one of the most successful programs in Roadrunner Athletics. Since arriving at UTSA in 2018, Pittman has transformed the program into a championship contender, leading the Roadrunners to conference titles, NCAA Tournament appearances, record-setting attendance, and a culture built on accountability, resilience, and excellence. In this episode, Coach Pittman shares his unique path from growing up in Oklahoma and racing cars as a kid to playing collegiate and professional soccer before finding his calling on the sidelines. We discuss the foundation of UTSA Soccer's championship culture, what he looks for in recruiting, the importance of developing student-athletes on and off the field, and what lies ahead as the Roadrunners prepare for another exciting season. Whether you're a soccer fan, a Roadrunner supporter, or someone who enjoys stories about leadership and building winning teams, this conversation offers an inside look at one of UTSA's most successful coaches and the continued rise of UTSA Athletics. Tune in, subscribe, and join us as we celebrate the success of UTSA Soccer and look ahead to what's next for the Roadrunners. Birds Up! Show NotesUT San Antonio AlumniUT San Antonio Alumni EventsAlumni GalaUT System Invests over $470 Million Into UT San AntonioGraduate Student Paves the Way For Future Moon MissionsUTSA Athletics Thanks for tuning in! Don't forget to like, follow, and subscribe for more great content! Birds Up!

The tournament's #1 seed following their regular season championship, UTSA relied on their pitching staff on the way to the tournament finale, but ECU's Ethan Norby blew through the UTSA lineup to put an end to their season. There's a lot to unpack, including the Roadrunners' performance in the tournament, not receiving an at-large bid, and what the program will need to get back to the NCAA tournament next season. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IMafiRFmF2E

For the second straight season, the Roadrunners are regular season champions. While UTSA had a very lack luster performance, winning just one game against UAB was enough to hand them the first overall seed and a share of the regular season title. Dan and Rylan recap the series and preview the conference tournament, as an at large bid looks to be increasingly difficult to attain. Video: https://youtu.be/XxXemwzoqy4

Join us for an inspiring conversation with San Antonio native and UTSA alumnus Dr. Joshua Austin, nationally recognized dentist, educator, speaker, and Editorial Director of Dental Economics. From his early days at Health Careers High School and UTSA to becoming one of the most respected voices in dentistry, Dr. Austin shares the journey that helped shape his career and passion for helping others. In this episode, we discuss the rapid evolution of dentistry, innovation in digital technology, leadership, entrepreneurship, and the realities of balancing a demanding profession with personal wellness. Dr. Austin also opens up about the importance of mental health in high-pressure careers, breaking down stigma within the dental profession, and why community, mentorship, and self-care matter more than ever. As founder of Austin Dental Seminars and a nationally sought-after lecturer, Dr. Austin brings practical insight, humor, and authenticity to every conversation. Whether you are interested in healthcare, business, leadership, or personal growth, this episode offers valuable lessons that extend far beyond dentistry. Tune in to hear how a San Antonio student built a nationally recognized career while staying grounded in service, education, and community. Be sure to like, follow, comment, and share this episode with your fellow Roadrunners and listeners. Birds Up! Show NotesDr. Joshua Austin, DDS PracticeSpring 2026 Commencement InfoHonors College Largest Graduating ClassStudents Place at Cyber Defense NationalsAI Student Summer CampUT San Antonio AlumniUT San Antonio Alumni EventsAlumni GalaUTSA Athletics Thanks for tuning in! Don't forget to like, follow, and subscribe for more great content! Birds Up!

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com - The bad blood between Texas State and UTSA spilled onto the diamond this week with the Bobcats getting run-ruled and then shoved by Roadrunners coach Pat Halmark in the post game handshake line. Plus, TXST football keeps adding new players, while men's and women's basketball have a whole new look for 2026 thanks to the transfer portal. Host Keff Ciardello is here to give the rundown.

The Roadrunners' defense let them down on the road in Tennessee as Memphis took two of three from UTSA, snapping the Roadrunners' historic conference series win streak. UTSA's RPI dropped drastically after dropping two games, putting a lot of pressure on the Roadrunners to tighten things up to secure a regular season championship and limit the demands on their pitching staff in the conference tournament. Video: https://youtu.be/N41UsCWWDUY

UTSA's pitching depth showed up against Wichita State, helping the Roadrunners finally earn a conference sweep and protect their first place position in the American. We take a look at what went right in the weekend series and preview what should be a highly-emotional midweek contest against UT-Austin. Don't forget to check out our new vintage baseball merch line: https://alamoaudible.com/product-category/sandlot/ Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K7KqpVdElRE

After two strong wins against Tulane in New Orleans, it was a bit frustrating to see UTSA once again struggle to close the door on a series with a sweep but the Roadrunners did enough to hold a three-way tie for first place in the American. The Roadrunners will face UIW next in a game that unfortunately will cause a drop in RPI regardless of a win or a loss. Video: https://youtu.be/CV_n4EKaCzE

UTSA's incredible run of consecutive conference series victories continued last weekend after the Roadrunners took two of three games against the Charlotte 49ers. While the sweep continues to stay elusive, it was still a great showing from UTSA despite an injury to Drew Detlefsen. Next up is one of the most anticipated midweek games of the year as UTSA travels to face Texas A&M. Video: https://youtu.be/pKRivndlJcQ

A violent collision at the plate led to several players being ejected as a hard-fought series between the Roadrunners and Bulls ended with a UTSA weekend victory. We recap all of the action from the Bird Bath, and preview the upcoming midweek contest against the Baylor Bears. Video: https://youtu.be/Ol5n2nl4ECQ

UTSA overcame an extra innings heart break in game one to pull out an important series win on the road against Rice. The Roadrunners pitching stepped up in a big way, efficiently working their way through innings to minimize bullpen usage. Next up is a very tough midweek road trip to face a surging Tarleton State. Video: https://youtu.be/VlLYkHuf63s

The Roadrunners are ramping up for an improved 2026 season as a fresh batch of transfers angle for playing time along returning veterans. We also get some early impressions from Rick Bowie's leadership of the offense. Tune in to hear us discuss initial takeaways from UTSA's first spring practices of 2026. Video: https://youtu.be/QeYBcb4_eQY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Roadrunners are ramping up for an improved 2026 season as a fresh batch of transfers angle for playing time along returning veterans. We also get some early impressions from Rick Bowie's leadership of the offense. Tune in to hear us discuss initial takeaways from UTSA's first spring practices of 2026. Video: https://youtu.be/QeYBcb4_eQY

The Dedeaux Download Podcast returns with Shotgun Spratling and podcast co-host Kasey Kazliner breaking down another unblemished week of action for USC baseball as the Trojans went 5-0 with midweek wins over San Diego State and Cal State Bakersfield along with a sweep of Washington. They also talk with the catalyst of the win over Bakersfield, senior outfielder Jack Basseer, who hit a walk-off two-run homer to give USC the victory over the Roadrunners. Basseer discusses the walk-off winner as well as his journey to playing for his dream school and how he's been able to improve his game in his second season playing for USC. After a break, Shotgun and Kasey take a look at the Trojans' five-game week noting three positives, including Mason Edwards' continued dominance and the contributions of bench players and deep bullpen arms have helped USC start another win streak after their 19-0 start was stopped. They also try to find three negatives after five wins. (Some tasks are more difficult than others.) Shotgun and Kasey close out the show taking a look at where the Trojans' stand in the rankings -- moving all the way up to No. 5 in one top 25 ranking and earning a first-place vote in the coaches poll -- before previewing the beginning of the toughest two-week stretch of the season for the Trojans. Please review, rate and subscribe to the Peristyle Podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Make sure you check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠USCFootball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for complete coverage of USC Trojans football, basketball, baseball and recruiting.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

UT San Antonio alum Clay Killinger's journey to executive leadership is one of resilience, grit, and unexpected opportunity. After transferring to UT San Antonio and navigating a non-traditional path to graduation, Clay went on to build an impressive career in finance, serving as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of CST Brands and holding senior leadership roles at Valero Energy. Known as “The Fixer,” Clay became the leader organizations called when facing complex, high-stakes challenges—from Exxon Valdez oil spill insurance litigation to forensic accounting in major corporate investigations and serving as an auditor during a U.S. presidential campaign. In this episode of Birds Up, Clay reflects on the mentors who helped shape his journey, lessons from decades in public-company leadership, and how disciplined financial stewardship now supports children's charities across Bexar County through his work with the Najim Foundation. Tune in to hear Clay's remarkable journey from UT San Antonio classrooms to the corporate boardroom—and the leadership lessons he shares with the next generation of Roadrunners. Birds Up! ----- Harvey Najim FoundationUT San Antonio AlumniFiesta Arts FairVIA Expands Service Across UT San AntonioUT San Antonio Excellence AwardsThe Rowdys 2026Biride Bash ScrambleAlumni GalaUTSA Athletics Thanks for tuning in! Don't forget to like, follow, and subscribe for more great content! Birds Up!