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Former Texas Longhorns QB Maalik Murphy Enters Transfer Portal
AUSTIN — Former Texas Longhorns quarterback Maalik Murphy is back on the open market once again.
ESPN’s Pete Thamel reported Monday that Murphy will be transferring from Duke after spending just one season in Durham. Murphy has led Duke to a 9-3 record this season, but won’t be playing in the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl against the Ole Miss Rebels. The Blue Devils will have a chance to secure the program’s first 10-win season since 2013.
Murphy transferred from Texas this past offseason after spending two years in Austin. During his time as a Longhorn, he went 40 of 71 passing for 477 yards, three touchdowns and three interceptions across seven appearances and two starts.He left the team to enter the transfer portal before Texas played in the College Football Playoff Semifinal against Washington in January. The rise of Arch Manning and the return of Quinn Ewers created a difficult situation for Murphy, who wanted a starting job elsewhere.
Despite his early departure, Murphy was crucial for Texas’ run to the CFP. When Ewers exited due to injury in the win over Houston last season, Murphy entered the fold and steadied the offense en route to a 28-21 victory. He started the next two games against BYU and Kansas State, both homes win for the Longhorns that propelled them to a Big 12 title and CFP berth.
During his only season with Duke, Murphy went 254 of 421 passing for 2,933 yards, 26 touchdowns and 12 interceptions. He added two touchdowns with his legs.
When looking at their three losses, Murphy had the Blue Devils were a few plays away from being the ACC Championship and CFP conversation this year. Duke lost to SMU in a 28-27 overtime heartbreaker a few weeks after a tough 24-14 loss to Georgia Tech. Murphy then led Duke to a 28-17 lead on the road over then-No. 5 Miami before the Hurricanes stormed back for a 53-31 win.
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Rainbow Trout swim their way back to Texas waterways
With the temperatures starting to change in South Texas, it only means one thing: Trout season has arrived.
The Texas Parks & Wildlife Department is restocking the Texas waterways with thousands of Rainbow Trout. The plan is to stock over 335,000 trout from November through March 6.
This is an annual schedule, and they plan to distribute trout across various waterways. You can find the full stocking schedule, including where and how much, on their website.
The size of the lake, river, or even pond, and how much water is in it, defines how many trout can be placed. Less water means fewer trout, but it also means the water can warm up more quickly.
Known for their skin shimmering like a rainbow in the sun, they are a cold-water species that does best when oxygen-rich water temperatures stay between 40 and 60 degrees. Once water warms into the 70s, trout become stressed, which is why trout fishing in Texas is limited to cooler months.
Thermometers that use infrared technology to read surface temperatures are convenient. However, depending on the stream, the temperature can be significantly different below the surface. That’s why a traditional thermometer for some fishers is an oldie but a goodie.
REMINDERS:
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The state of Texas does not require a fishing license for anyone under the age of 17
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Adults must have a freshwater fishing endorsement on their license
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Anglers can enjoy complementary fishing without a license in a Texas state park from a bank, dock or pier
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Anyone planning a trip to a state park is recommended to reserve a day pass in advance, which can be reserved online or over the phone by calling (512) 389-8900
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A 13 pound North Texas newborn has a lot of love, with a lot to love
One of North Texas’ newest residents, Canyon Cooper Smith, has been here for just about three weeks. But the 13 lb. newborn already has a lot of nicknames.
“We call him our squishy a lot. Big boy. Somebody called him the Grand Canyon. Supa Kupa. Chunkmeister,” said Arlington mom Markie Smith. “Yeah he’s hefty, he’s solid.”
His size was just a bit of a shock to Mom when he was born.
“We were expecting him to be about 10 lbs. When he came out, and they said 12, I did not believe them,” said Smith, “and they were like, ‘He’s huge,’ and he was screaming. They were holding him up like this, and it was just rolls. That’s all I could see. Just bright red mad and rolls.”
Joshua photographer Kim Fain has been taking newborn photos for more than a decade.
“This is the biggest baby I’ve ever had. Chunk,” said Fain.
You probably didn’t know, but just a few pounds can make a big difference when photographing a baby.
“Yeah, my wrists will hurt tomorrow, said Fain. “You can definitely tell the difference between a six-pound baby and a 10-pound baby. Add three or four more pounds; he’s over 13 pounds now.”
However, there is no confusion; Canyon is a fan favorite around here.
“From the moment he’s arrived, he’s just changed… I mean, look at all this hoopla over him,” said Smith.
Canyon is a big baby who’s going to get a whole lot of love. And possibly, a scholarship.
“I’ve been jokingly shouting out ‘Jerry Jones’ because, you know,” said Smith.
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