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Texas A&M Aggies Impress 5-Star OT on Visit

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January 12, 2025

Texas A&M Aggies Impress 5-Star OT on Visit

The Texas A&M Aggies continue to have a busy offseason after finishing the first regular season under head coach Mike Elko.

Texas A&M hosted 2026 five-star offensive tackle Jackson Cantwell for a visit over the weekend and clearly impressed one of the best players in the recruiting class. Cantwell told On3’s Chad Simmons that he “likes the Aggies a lot.”

“The visit was good,” Cantwell told Simmons. “I enjoyed College Station and getting to see everything I needed to see. … They made me feel like a priority this weekend. … The development, culture, coaching staff and continued interest make the Aggies a contender. We will see how the official visits shake out, but I like the Aggies a lot.”

Texas A&M Aggies head coach Mike Elko during warm ups before Auburn Tigers take on Texas A&M Aggies at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala., on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. / Jake Crandall/ Advertiser / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Cantwell, a product of Nixa (Missouri), is the No. 1 offensive tackle and the No. 3 overall player in the 2026 class, per 247Sports’ recruiting rankings. Name a program and he’s likely received an offer from them. He’s also taken unofficial visits with Georgia, Alabama, LSU, Oregon, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, TCU and Tennessee.

Both of his parents were Olympians, so it’s not too surprising that 247Sports scouting analyst Gabe Brooks described Cantwell as having “a stellar athletic profile.”

“Tall, big-framed offensive tackle prospect with a stellar athletic profile and pedigree who’s an advanced mover at this stage of development,” Brooks wrote.

If the Aggies can beat out the rest of the country and land a commitment from Cantwell at some point in the future, he’d join a Texas A&M 2026 recruiting class that features four-star talents like receiver Aaron Gregory, quarterback Helaman Casuga, tight ends Xavier Tiller and Caleb Tafua, edge rusher Samu Moala, defensive lineman Trashawn Ruffin and receiver Madden Williams along with three-stars like safety Markel Ford and cornerback Ryan Gilbert.

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North Texas ends weekend with mild, pleasant weather ahead of cold front

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January 12, 2025

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North Texas ends weekend with mild, pleasant weather ahead of cold front

North Texas wraps up weekend with mild, pleasant weather after winter storm

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As North Texas wraps up the weekend, there’s a noticeable shift in the weather, leaving behind the icy remains of recent storms.

Drivers faced hazardous travel conditions from Wednesday night until Saturday, facing snow, sleet, black ice and slushy roads. Fortunately, the temperatures have stabilized, hovering in the 50s, making travel more manageable.

Sunday will feel warmer in the sun, and the mild weather will continue throughout the week. However, residents should be prepared for a notable change ahead.

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Cold air is expected to return late next Sunday and continue into the following week. While it is still too early to provide exact temperatures, it is wise to start preparing.

There is a possibility of mixed precipitation, including snow or ice. However, since this forecast is quite far out, many factors could change.

The model-projected temperatures and the widespread nature of this upcoming Arctic airmass are likely to make national headlines next weekend. All trends point to a significant wave of cold air sweeping across the south and southeast.

Although the forecast is still uncertain, the Euro Weather Model — one of the most reliable weather prediction models worldwide — has consistently shown the potential for wintry precipitation returning to Texas with this next cold snap.

It will certainly be cold enough, but North Texas residents should monitor trends to determine if any precipitation is likely.

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North Texas to warm up this week

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January 12, 2025

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North Texas is expected to warm up significantly this week, but Sunday morning lows may still flirt with the freezing line. Areas along the Red River Valley could see black ice on bridges and overpasses, so drivers should exercise caution.

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Former Texas Longhorns RB Bijan Robinson Fined by NFL

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January 11, 2025

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Former Texas Longhorns RB Bijan Robinson Fined by NFL

As former Texas Longhorns running back Bijan Robinson put together an outstanding second season with the NFL’s Atlanta Falcons, his bank account unfortunately took quite the hit.

Early in the fourth quarter of Atlanta’s regular-season finale against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, Robinson lowered his head and trucked Carolina defensive back Jordan Fuller. Unfortunately, that move wound up costing him, as the NFL fined him $22,511 for unnecessary roughness (use of the helmet) on Saturday afternoon, per NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero.

Robinson, the No. 8 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, finished the regular season with 1,456 rushing yards (4.79 yards per carry) and 14 rushing touchdowns. He ranked third in rushing yards only behind Saquon Barkley and Derrick Henry, both of whom had simply immaculate seasons, and tied for fourth in rushing touchdowns.

Dec 29, 2024; Landover, Maryland, USA; Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (7) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Washington Commanders during the first half at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images / Amber Searls-Imagn Images

Add in 431 yards and one touchdown as a receiver, and he established himself as a cornerstone piece for the Falcons.

Alas, Robinson’s outstanding season wasn’t enough to will Atlanta to the playoffs. The Falcons fell short in a crushing 30-24 overtime loss to the Washington Commanders in Week 17.

The Falcons then entered the final week of the regular season needing a win and a Tampa Bay Buccaneers loss to win the NFC South and make the playoffs, and neither happened. The Bucs came back to beat the New Orleans Saints 27-19, and just minutes later, the Falcons fell to the Panthers 44-38 in overtime.

Robinson and the Falcons now look to 2025, hoping to finally break their seven-year playoff drought at last.

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