Greg Luca
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Reporter covering UTSA, UIW and other area sports for the San Antonio Express-News. CT native and Florida alum. Hayley Williams fanboy, Adam Cole mark, 5K MMR scrub.
Making his first start for TCU in his final college game, quarterback Ken Seals delivered a storybook comeback for his hometown school, rallying to beat USC in the Alamo Bowl.
“It felt like a movie,” Seals said. “This is just an unbelievable experience."
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“It felt like a movie,” Seals said. “This is just an unbelievable experience."
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Seals leads late comeback in first start with TCU, beating USC in Alamo Bowl
The Horned Frogs erased a 10-point deficit in the final five minutes before Jeremy Payne broke free for a 35-yard touchdown in overtime, beating the Trojans.
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December 31, 2025 at 7:24 AM
Making his first start for TCU in his final college game, quarterback Ken Seals delivered a storybook comeback for his hometown school, rallying to beat USC in the Alamo Bowl.
“It felt like a movie,” Seals said. “This is just an unbelievable experience."
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“It felt like a movie,” Seals said. “This is just an unbelievable experience."
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Quarterback Ken Seals rallied TCU from a 10-point deficit with two scoring drives in the final five minutes, then delivered a 35-yard touchdown pass to Jeremy Payne in overtime to beat USC 30-27 in the Alamo Bowl.
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3 takeaways as TCU rallies for overtime win over USC in Alamo Bowl
Quarterback Ken Seals led a pair of scoring drives in the final five minutes, then found Jeremy Payne for a 35-yard touchdown in overtime to seal the win.
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December 31, 2025 at 5:50 AM
Quarterback Ken Seals rallied TCU from a 10-point deficit with two scoring drives in the final five minutes, then delivered a 35-yard touchdown pass to Jeremy Payne in overtime to beat USC 30-27 in the Alamo Bowl.
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USC (9-3) and TCU (8-4) meet for the Valero Alamo Bowl tonight in the Alamodome. Horned Frogs win the toss and defer, so the Trojans will have the ball first. Game is airing on ESPN.
December 31, 2025 at 2:06 AM
USC (9-3) and TCU (8-4) meet for the Valero Alamo Bowl tonight in the Alamodome. Horned Frogs win the toss and defer, so the Trojans will have the ball first. Game is airing on ESPN.
Ereauna Hardaway hit a pair of critical baskets in the final four minutes to provide the difference in a tight game, lifting UTSA to a 65-63 win against Tulane on Tuesday in the Convocation Center. www.expressnews.com/sports/artic...
UTSA women hang on late for win against Tulane
Ereauna Hardaway scored the final two baskets in a tight game, and the Roadrunners made the lead stand up on defense.
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December 30, 2025 at 9:29 PM
Ereauna Hardaway hit a pair of critical baskets in the final four minutes to provide the difference in a tight game, lifting UTSA to a 65-63 win against Tulane on Tuesday in the Convocation Center. www.expressnews.com/sports/artic...
After a three-year run that put him in the top five in UTSA history in receptions, receiving yards and touchdowns, wideout Devin McCuin announced Tuesday that he will enter the transfer portal, leaving the Roadrunners without their top passing target. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA losing top receiver Devin McCuin to transfer portal
After three standout seasons putting him in the top five in program history in receptions, yards and touchdowns, Devin McCuin will look to transfer.
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December 30, 2025 at 7:02 PM
After a three-year run that put him in the top five in UTSA history in receptions, receiving yards and touchdowns, wideout Devin McCuin announced Tuesday that he will enter the transfer portal, leaving the Roadrunners without their top passing target. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
Two years after transferring into his hometown program at TCU, QB Ken Seals is set to make his first start, leading the Horned Frogs against USC in the Alamo Bowl. Once a 22-game starter at Vanderbilt, Seals is at last finding the rewards of patience.
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TCU's Ken Seals ready for long-awaited spotlight in Alamo Bowl matchup vs. USC
After two years as a backup, Seals will make his first start for the Horned Frogs in his final college game, stepping in following Josh Hoover's transfer.
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December 29, 2025 at 5:36 PM
Two years after transferring into his hometown program at TCU, QB Ken Seals is set to make his first start, leading the Horned Frogs against USC in the Alamo Bowl. Once a 22-game starter at Vanderbilt, Seals is at last finding the rewards of patience.
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Starting quarterback Josh Hoover is in the transfer portal, but TCU's defensive standouts say they don't feel any extra pressure. Slowing Lincoln Riley's high-powered passing attack in an Alamo Bowl matchup against USC is enough of a test on its own. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
TCU defense embraces added pressure against USC in Alamo Bowl
With Horned Frogs quarterback Josh Hoover in the transfer portal, TCU's defense could be under more stress against USC's highly ranked passing offense.
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December 27, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Starting quarterback Josh Hoover is in the transfer portal, but TCU's defensive standouts say they don't feel any extra pressure. Slowing Lincoln Riley's high-powered passing attack in an Alamo Bowl matchup against USC is enough of a test on its own. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
After absorbing a thunderous hit on the Roadrunners' opening series, Owen McCown popped right back to his feet. UTSA has been rebounding from blows all season, and Friday was no different, as a rout of FIU in the First Responder Bowl ensured a 7-6 finish. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA leans on resilience, capping turbulent year with blowout bowl win
Quarterback Owen McCown withstood a huge early hit and a 14-point deficit to cruise to MVP honors as the Roadrunners finished 7-6.
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December 27, 2025 at 9:50 AM
After absorbing a thunderous hit on the Roadrunners' opening series, Owen McCown popped right back to his feet. UTSA has been rebounding from blows all season, and Friday was no different, as a rout of FIU in the First Responder Bowl ensured a 7-6 finish. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA coach Jeff Traylor, despite a near fumble, accepts the trophy following a 57-20 win against Florida International in the First Responder Bowl.
December 27, 2025 at 5:43 AM
UTSA coach Jeff Traylor, despite a near fumble, accepts the trophy following a 57-20 win against Florida International in the First Responder Bowl.
Owen McCown accepts MVP honors after UTSA’s 57-20 win against FIU in the First Responder Bowl.
December 27, 2025 at 5:25 AM
Owen McCown accepts MVP honors after UTSA’s 57-20 win against FIU in the First Responder Bowl.
UTSA kept its run of winning seasons alive, surging after a slow start and cruising to a 57-20 win against FIU in the First Responder Bowl. UTSA closes a second straight year 7-6, finishing better than .500 in all six campaigns under Jeff Traylor. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
3 takeaways as UTSA keeps run of winning seasons alive with rout of FIU
The Roadrunners close 2025 at 7-6, extending a stretch of winning campaigns through all six years of coach Jeff Traylor's tenure.
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December 27, 2025 at 5:11 AM
UTSA kept its run of winning seasons alive, surging after a slow start and cruising to a 57-20 win against FIU in the First Responder Bowl. UTSA closes a second straight year 7-6, finishing better than .500 in all six campaigns under Jeff Traylor. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA (6-6) set to close out the 2025 season against FIU (7-5) in the First Responder Bowl. Roadrunners, aiming for a third straight bowl victory and a sixth straight winning season, win the toss and defer. Game is airing on ESPN.
December 27, 2025 at 1:11 AM
UTSA (6-6) set to close out the 2025 season against FIU (7-5) in the First Responder Bowl. Roadrunners, aiming for a third straight bowl victory and a sixth straight winning season, win the toss and defer. Game is airing on ESPN.
UTSA quarterbacks, running backs and specialists on the field for warmups. No sign of running back Robert Henry to this point.
December 27, 2025 at 12:27 AM
UTSA quarterbacks, running backs and specialists on the field for warmups. No sign of running back Robert Henry to this point.
UTSA vs. FIU: Preview, scouting report, betting info and prediction for First Responder Bowl www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA vs. FIU: Preview, scouting report, betting info and prediction
The Roadrunners and Panthers are set to close the season with a matchup in the First Responder Bowl at 7 p.m. Friday in Dallas.
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December 26, 2025 at 8:09 PM
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After closing a frustrating regular season of ups and downs at 6-6, UTSA enters Friday's First Responder Bowl matchup against FIU with a chance to notch a third straight bowl victory and extend a run of winning campaigns that spans Jeff Traylor's tenure.
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UTSA aims to end frustrating year on high note in First Responder Bowl
The Roadrunners can notch a third straight bowl victory and extend a run of six straight winning seasons by beating Florida International on Friday.
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December 26, 2025 at 8:04 PM
After closing a frustrating regular season of ups and downs at 6-6, UTSA enters Friday's First Responder Bowl matchup against FIU with a chance to notch a third straight bowl victory and extend a run of winning campaigns that spans Jeff Traylor's tenure.
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Spending Christmas on the road for bowl week, UTSA aimed to balance prep and celebration.
“We say we’re family, so why not be with them? It might not be with your immediate family, but this is the family that I'm here putting blood, sweat and tears with." www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
“We say we’re family, so why not be with them? It might not be with your immediate family, but this is the family that I'm here putting blood, sweat and tears with." www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA balancing game prep with holiday celebration through bowl week
UTSA coach Jeff Traylor said the ability to balance Christmas week and game day focus will be critical in the matchup with Florida International.
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December 25, 2025 at 10:36 PM
Spending Christmas on the road for bowl week, UTSA aimed to balance prep and celebration.
“We say we’re family, so why not be with them? It might not be with your immediate family, but this is the family that I'm here putting blood, sweat and tears with." www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
“We say we’re family, so why not be with them? It might not be with your immediate family, but this is the family that I'm here putting blood, sweat and tears with." www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA's Devin McCuin plans to play in the bowl, but whether he'll stick with the Roadrunners or weigh a future transfer is unclear.
“I haven’t really thought about all of that. I’m just focused on playing this game, evaluate after, and go from there.” www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
“I haven’t really thought about all of that. I’m just focused on playing this game, evaluate after, and go from there.” www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA's Devin McCuin plans to weigh future after playing in First Responder Bowl
McCuin has strong connections with his coach and quarterback, but he'd also earn plenty of interest in the transfer portal after three standout seasons.
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December 23, 2025 at 10:52 PM
UTSA's Devin McCuin plans to play in the bowl, but whether he'll stick with the Roadrunners or weigh a future transfer is unclear.
“I haven’t really thought about all of that. I’m just focused on playing this game, evaluate after, and go from there.” www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
“I haven’t really thought about all of that. I’m just focused on playing this game, evaluate after, and go from there.” www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA will open the 2026 season against UTRGV on Sept. 5 in the Alamodome, the programs announced Tuesday, setting the first ever meeting between the Roadrunners and the startup FCS program.
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UTSA announces matchup against UTRGV to open 2026 season
The Roadrunners finalized their first meeting against the startup FCS program as the final piece of the 2026 schedule.
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December 23, 2025 at 7:06 PM
UTSA will open the 2026 season against UTRGV on Sept. 5 in the Alamodome, the programs announced Tuesday, setting the first ever meeting between the Roadrunners and the startup FCS program.
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The last player added to UTSA's roster this fall, Ahamad Chapman emerged as a starting CB for the Roadrunners late in the year. His twin brother Asaad, meanwhile, was growing into one of the top JUCO players in the nation, set to join UTSA next year.
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Chapman twins set to reunite, providing boost to UTSA secondary
The last player to join UTSA's roster this fall, Ahamad Chapman played without his brother by his side for the first time, delivering early impact at corner.
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December 22, 2025 at 10:39 PM
The last player added to UTSA's roster this fall, Ahamad Chapman emerged as a starting CB for the Roadrunners late in the year. His twin brother Asaad, meanwhile, was growing into one of the top JUCO players in the nation, set to join UTSA next year.
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UTSA coach Jeff Traylor has a lot on his plate as the Roadrunners arrive in Dallas for the First Responder Bowl, balancing a search for an offensive coordinator with other roster and staff changes, all on top of the usual practice and game planning. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA juggling coaching, roster turnover as Roadrunners open bowl week
With a handful of players in the transfer portal and the search for an offensive coordinator ongoing, UTSA coach Jeff Traylor is set for a busy week in Dallas.
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December 22, 2025 at 10:26 PM
UTSA coach Jeff Traylor has a lot on his plate as the Roadrunners arrive in Dallas for the First Responder Bowl, balancing a search for an offensive coordinator with other roster and staff changes, all on top of the usual practice and game planning. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA erased a 14-point deficit in the second half but could not complete the rally, missing a 3-point try in the closing seconds and dropping a fifth straight game with a 71-68 loss to Seattle. The Roadrunners finish the nonconference season 4-8. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA rally falls short in home loss to Seattle
Macaleab Rich scored a season-high 25 points in his first start, but the Roadrunners closed the nonconference season with a fifth straight loss.
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December 22, 2025 at 10:18 PM
UTSA erased a 14-point deficit in the second half but could not complete the rally, missing a 3-point try in the closing seconds and dropping a fifth straight game with a 71-68 loss to Seattle. The Roadrunners finish the nonconference season 4-8. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA football has arrived in downtown Dallas to begin a week of preparation for Friday’s First Responder Bowl matchup against Florida International. Coach Jeff Traylor said the Roadrunners traveled 104 players, meaning they’re down “probably 16” to transfers or injuries.
December 22, 2025 at 8:40 PM
UTSA football has arrived in downtown Dallas to begin a week of preparation for Friday’s First Responder Bowl matchup against Florida International. Coach Jeff Traylor said the Roadrunners traveled 104 players, meaning they’re down “probably 16” to transfers or injuries.
Though Hurricane Ida dropped a tree on his family's home and threatened to derail his recruitment process, Jameian Buxton proved ready from his first season at UTSA, becoming a three-year fixture at tackle who is in line for an even bigger role this week. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA's Jameian Buxton in line for expanded role on defensive front
With three linemen in the transfer portal, the Roadrunners will lean on three-year stalwart Jameian Buxton to help hold down the middle of UTSA's defense.
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December 21, 2025 at 11:08 PM
Though Hurricane Ida dropped a tree on his family's home and threatened to derail his recruitment process, Jameian Buxton proved ready from his first season at UTSA, becoming a three-year fixture at tackle who is in line for an even bigger role this week. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
Davion Bailey scored a game-high 24 points as UIW pulled away in the second half, cruising to a 90-66 win against Northern Arizona in the Cardinals’ nonconference finale.
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Bailey scores 24 as UIW pulls away from Northern Arizona
The Cardinals scored 51 points in the second half, turning their nonconference finale into a rout.
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December 21, 2025 at 10:12 PM
Davion Bailey scored a game-high 24 points as UIW pulled away in the second half, cruising to a 90-66 win against Northern Arizona in the Cardinals’ nonconference finale.
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UTSA's version of the tush push, called the "Rugby Pat" for stand-in QB Patrick Overmyer, has taken on a life of its own, becoming one of the Roadrunners' go-to calls in short-yardage situations. On the play's origins and UTSA's success running it: www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA turning 'Rugby Pat' tush push play into short-yardage staple
Tight end Patrick Overmyer has converted 14 first downs on sneaks for the Roadrunners this season, charging straight ahead from a controversial formation.
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December 20, 2025 at 9:38 PM
UTSA's version of the tush push, called the "Rugby Pat" for stand-in QB Patrick Overmyer, has taken on a life of its own, becoming one of the Roadrunners' go-to calls in short-yardage situations. On the play's origins and UTSA's success running it: www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...