Sports media/Olympics writer, @dctf 1980-2025, @HoustonChron 1990-2021 & occasional contributor 2021-. Texas HSFB HOF honoree. Sheltie dad. [email protected]
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It’s been 50 years since Earl Campbell led our shared alma mater to a state title. But Earl means a lot more to Tyler, Houston and Texas than just football. Thanks to @houstonchron for a chance to tell his story once more. houstonchronicle.com/texas-s… via @houstonchron
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Our new study, published today in @JAMANetworkOpen, estimates that 75% of NFL players who died between 2008 and 2023 had CTE.
This is not a measure of all current or former players. It does not mean 75% of current players have CTE, and not everyone with CTE develops symptoms.
The findings reinforce two priorities: supporting former players and families today, and reducing repetitive head impacts to protect future generations.
CTE is serious, but this number should not mean hopelessness. Research is advancing, and we can improve care and make sports safer.
Former players and families: you’re not alone. DM me to connect with support and explore research opportunities, if you’re interested.
I timed Jennifer Hudson’s performance of the National Anthem at the World Cup final at 112.75 seconds.
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Survivors of sexual abuse within the Southern Baptist Convention say promised reforms have stalled or been abandoned, leaving many disillusioned and questioning whether real change is still possible. bit.ly/4xI4C1S
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Initial look at external contracts of NIL companies (e.g. Opendorse) and 30 Division I-FBS schools finds more of admin bloat than adding to football competitiveness. @MattBrownEP @dfbarron @etkeld @achristovichh @TJAltimore @reporterdavidj Read on: linkedin.com/pulse/millions-…
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⚾️ NEW: AI in the classroom and more time on the baseball field: The Bennett School in Houston uses a two-hour learning model to create more time for training and development. But leaders in public education say the rise of these academies is a threat to community and education-based athletics in the state of Texas houstonchronicle.com/sports/…
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Chris Gilbert, former Texas and Spring Branch star running back, dies at 79 houstonchronicle.com/sports/… via @houstonchron
As always, interesting data here from Scott on the degree to which athletic departments are financial black holes for colleges.
Report on $$$ beyond surplus raised by FBS athletics sent back to the school since 2015. Only 13 schools did it. Read on. @bradwolverton @dfbarron @RossDellenger @TheAthletic @TJAltimore #collegesports #NCAA @etkeld @reporterdavidj linkedin.com/pulse/excess-tr…
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Tonight’s Astros/Mariners finale is also the likely end of ESPN’s Sunday Night Baseball as changes come to the sport’s TV deals. The great Jon Miller and @JimMiller, the expert on all things ESPN, discuss the legacy of a 36-season staple for the network.
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If you want to learn about Ramon Urias, this is a great piece @OurEsquina did on him when he was a rookie.
Did you know he was only the fourth Mexico native to win a Gold Glove?
Baltimore Orioles Rookie Ramón Urias Realizing His Dreams youtu.be/buFBZ0zYgC8?si=AQYC… via @YouTube
Houston Astros owner Jim Crane and Drayton McLane settle long-running dispute over failed TV network houstonchronicle.com/sports/… via @houstonchron
Jim Crane and Drayton McLane have settled their lawsuit. Settlement details are confidential. #Astros
Testimony begins in Astros owner Jim Crane's lawsuit vs. Drayton McLane over failed TV network houstonchronicle.com/sports/… via @houstonchron
On next week's MLB schedule: Jim Crane and Drayton McLane finally face off before a Harris County district court jury over the 2012-13 CSN Houston failure. #Astros houstonchronicle.com/sports/… via @houstonchron
Remember this lawsuit? It's still active.
Texas A&M donors lawsuit against 12th Man Foundation over Kyle Field seats and parking to proceed houstonchronicle.com/sports/… via @houstonchron
I spent the first half of a 1999 Texas-Nebraska game running up and down the sideline with Lee, trying to keep up with him. He watched games with the same vigor he displayed as a coach. That day, and others, reflected the truth that any time spent with Lee Corso was a good time.
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After 38 incredible years, Lee Corso is retiring ❤️
For multiple generations, Coach has been the face of our Saturday mornings and the sport we love.
Our friend, our coach, our heart ... LC, you will forever be a College GameDay legend!
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Five weeks ago, Mary Kate Cornett was a normal 18-year-old, thriving as a college freshman at Ole Miss.
Then a false internet rumor destroyed her life.
She wants those who amplified the rumor to be held accountable and to understand the human cost nytimes.com/athletic/6245376…
For with its worth, I timed Jon Batiste at 1:59.95 (119.95 seconds) for the Super Bowl National Anthem, measuring from his first note sung to the last note sung. I think the extra two lines repeated plus the addition of the word “it” added about 15 seconds.
