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Rams add an offensive weapon in sixth round with Texas WR Jordan Whittington
The Los Angeles Rams continued their run in the sixth round on Saturday after taking defensive lineman Tyler Davis and kicker Joshua Karty. With their third pick in the sixth round and 213th selection overall, the Rams selected, Texas wide receiver Jordan Whittington.
Whittington is the first wide receiver that the Rams have selected in the 2024 NFL Draft. While some expected the Rams to take one earlier, they find in the later stages of day three. Whittington is the third Longhorns wide receiver to be drafted behind Xavier Worthy and Adonai Mitchell. As the third option in the Texas offense, he’s had 652 yards and 505 yards over the past two seasons.
On the Rams
Whittington will likely come into the Rams offense as a depth piece. With several wide receiver contracts such as TuTu Atwell, Ben Skowronek, and Demarcus Robinson all expiring after 2024, it makes sense to bring in another wide receiver on a rookie deal. He was a versatile player at Texas with experience across the offensive formation and has no issue getting tough as a blocker. Per Dane Brugler’s ‘The Beast’, Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian said, “I don’t know if there’s another guy in our locker room who’s more respected than Jordan Whittington.”
More of an inside receiver, Whittington does bring some special teams experience. He could be a Skowronek replacement next season if the team opts not to bring him back. There ay not be much of an immediate return on this pick, but it’s a much needed selection.
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Texas town becomes a cattle drive after 18-wheeler hits runaway herd
BREMOND, Texas (KWTX) – Early Friday morning, an 18-wheeler slammed on its breaks to avoid a herd of runaway cows, in turn causing a communitywide effort to drive the cattle back through town to their home.
According to a Facebook post from the Bremond Volunteer Fire Department, at around 5:45 a.m., the driver of the 18-wheeler noticed a herd of cattle in the road and slammed on the breaks to avoid hitting them.
Unfortunately, several cattle were hit and killed.
“The community rallied quickly,” the post said, “using their vehicles to help herd the remaining cattle through town.”

Some cows were in backyards, residential gardens, or on railroad tracks. Local cowboys and cowgirls even came to help.
Despite the sadness for the lost cattle, the post described the chaos of the incident as a “heartwarming sight,” with everyone “coming together to safely guide the rest of the herd home.”
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Weekend Check: 6 things to do in Central Texas this weekend
AUSTIN, Texas — Looking for weekend plans?
From free concerts and cultural celebrations to shopping events and community festivals, here are six events happening across Central Texas this weekend.
Austin Swappin’ returns Saturday
- Ready to refresh your wardrobe without spending a fortune?
- Austin Swappin’, the city’s largest clothing and accessories swap, returns Saturday to Wanderlust Wine Co. in East Austin.
- For $10 and 10 gently used items, attendees can trade for new-to-them clothing, shoes, jewelry, books, and more. The event also features giveaways, a photo booth, food vendors, matcha drinks, and a fill-a-bag thrift sale benefiting local nonprofit Thrift-ish.
Music Under the Star kicks off Friday night
- Free live music is back at the Texas Capitol Mall.
- The Bullock Texas State History Museum’s “Music Under the Star” concert series begins Friday evening with performances by indie-folk acts The 44-11 and Elijah Delgado.
- The free event also includes food trucks, drinks, and views of Austin’s downtown skyline. Music begins at 7 p.m.
Waterloo Greenway opens The Confluence
- A major new public space is opening in downtown Austin.
- The newest phase of Waterloo Greenway, known as The Confluence, officially opens Saturday. The project transforms a once-flood-prone section of Waller Creek into a new gathering space that connects nature and downtown Austin.
- The free grand opening celebration runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and includes a ribbon-cutting ceremony, live music, food, family activities, and opportunities to explore the new trails and park features.
Jane Austen Improv celebrates three years
- The award-winning Jane Austen Improv troupe is celebrating its third anniversary with a special performance at the Long Center.
- Known for blending Regency-era romance with improvised comedy, the group will perform Saturday evening.
- The 6 p.m. show is nearly sold out, but tickets remain available for the 8:30 p.m. performance.
Round Rock Pride marks five years
- Round Rock Pride is celebrating a milestone anniversary this weekend.
- The festival marks its fifth year and is expected to bring thousands of people to downtown Round Rock for live entertainment, food, local vendors, and community celebration.
- The free event takes place Saturday from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Centennial Plaza.
Mexican American Cultural Center reopens
- After nearly three years of renovations and expansion, Austin’s Mexican American Cultural Center is reopening its doors.
- The grand reopening celebration, called “Juntos de Nuevo,” takes place Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Visitors can enjoy live music, dance performances, art exhibits, hands-on workshops, food trucks, an artisan market, and tours of the newly renovated facility. The event is free and open to the public.
Know about a great weekend event?
Email details to jcestrada@cbsaustin.com or ammiller@cbsaustin.com for possible inclusion in a future Weekend Check segment on CBS Austin.
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