Ex-Rams DE explains why the Ty Simpson pick was actually smart
Chris Long believes Rams' Ty Simpson pick is a smart long-term strategy.
Texas baseball aims for a series win against Vanderbilt after an 11-4 victory and a shutout loss. The game is crucial for both teams' postseason aspirations.
For the Texas baseball team, this week has featured a rained-out game, a convincing win and a shutout loss. But can the Longhorns end the weekend on a high note?
Texas will go for a series win against Vanderbilt on Sunday afternoon. The Longhorns opened this SEC series with an 11-4 win on Friday before Vanderbilt bounced back with Saturday's 6-0 victory.
More: Subscribe to the Statesman's Texas sports newsletter
Ranked No. 4 in the D1Baseball poll, Texas (31-9, 12-7) is attempting to keep up with Georgia (33-11, 14-6) and Texas A&M (32-8, 13-6) in the conference's championship chase. Meanwhile, Vanderbilt (26-18, 10-10) is looking to strengthen its postseason résumé since the Commodores were listed among the "first four out" in D1Baseball's most-recent projections for the NCAA Tournament.
Stay tuned for live updates.
Texas Longhorns outfielder Aiden Robbins (43) is welcomed back to the dugout after a home run in the fifth inning as the Texas Longhorns play the USC Upstate Spartans on Friday, March 6, 2026 at UFCU-Disch Falk Field in the first game of a three-game series. (Sara Diggins/Austin American-Statesman)
Texas won the first game 11-4, but Vanderbilt responded with a 6-0 victory in the second game.
Texas is ranked No. 4 in the D1Baseball poll with a record of 31-9 and 12-7 in the SEC.
Vanderbilt is looking to strengthen its postseason résumé as they were listed among the 'first four out' in recent NCAA Tournament projections.
Chris Long believes Rams' Ty Simpson pick is a smart long-term strategy.
Red Sox brass in talks about coaching staff changes after firing Alex Cora.
Maryland women's lacrosse loses to Northwestern 8-7 in Big Ten final
Mel Kiper assigned the Arizona Cardinals a 'B' grade for their performance in the 2026 NFL draft, highlighting concerns in one specific area.
Tulsa's Steven Baker clinches victory at the 2026 OKC Memorial Marathon!
UCLA softball secures 7-2 win over Washington, dominating the game!
See every story in Sports â including breaking news and analysis.
This section will be updated as more information becomes available.
When: 12Â p.m. CT Sunday
Where: Hawkins Field in Nashville
TV/radio: ESPN2, 1300 AM
Texas Longhorns pitcher Luke Harrison (53) throws a pitch during the NCAA D1 Baseball Tournament Regional against UTSA at UFCU Disch-Falk Field on Saturday, May 31, 2025 in Austin, Texas. (Aaron E. Martinez/American Statesman)
Texas Longhorns catcher Carson Tinney (8) congratulates outfielder Aiden Robbins (43) after Robbinsâ home run in the first inning as the Longhorns play the UTRGV Vaqueros at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin, Feb. 24, 2026. (Sara Diggins/Austin American-Statesman)
This section will be updated as more information becomes available.
This section will be updated as more information becomes available.
RHP Wyatt Nadeau (1-2, 5.40 ERA)