Reid Laymance
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Houston Chronicle sports editor via Dallas, New York, San Jose, Boston and St. Louis.
A lot of topics in this week’s 9 things from CFP bias to UT bowl to Lane Kiffin to an A&M prediction www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle... via @kbohls.bsky.social
CFP mess? It should be about more than records and committee needs fixing
The Longhorns may be one of the country's 12 best teams but could miss the field. The College Football Playoff process and selection committee need updating.
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December 3, 2025 at 8:33 PM
A lot of topics in this week’s 9 things from CFP bias to UT bowl to Lane Kiffin to an A&M prediction www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle... via @kbohls.bsky.social
Yell leaders and LED lights: How Texas A&M and Mike Elko are changing fan experience at Kyle Field www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
How Texas A&M and Mike Elko are changing the fan experience at Kyle Field
Texas A&M coach Mike Elko wants an "electric" experience for fans at Kyle Field, and the Aggies are finding a way to mix the new with traditions.
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November 11, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Yell leaders and LED lights: How Texas A&M and Mike Elko are changing fan experience at Kyle Field www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
When Texas Longhorns face Georgia, they will find a dynasty that endures in a new era of parity www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
When Texas faces Georgia, Longhorns will find a dynasty that endures
As Texas faces Georgia, Kirby Smart’s program shows dynasty-level consistency amid NIL-era parity and the 12-team College Football Playoff.
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November 11, 2025 at 2:52 PM
When Texas Longhorns face Georgia, they will find a dynasty that endures in a new era of parity www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
Rockets forward Tari Eason lost his father but found himself. How he channeled grief into growth. www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
Rockets forward Tari Eason lost his father but found himself
After his father's death last March, Tari Eason confronted his grief in offseason and learned to navigate adversity on his own.
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November 9, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Rockets forward Tari Eason lost his father but found himself. How he channeled grief into growth. www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
No. 22 Texas rallies from 17-point deficit, stuns Mississippi State in overtime www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
No. 22 Texas rallies from 17-point deficit, stuns Mississippi State in overtime
The Longhorns trailed 38-21 with less than 10 minutes left in regulation before mounting a furious rally on the road.
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October 26, 2025 at 12:28 AM
No. 22 Texas rallies from 17-point deficit, stuns Mississippi State in overtime www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
Have Texas Longhorns finally matured? We'll find out this week at Kentucky | Bohls' 9 Things www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
Have Longhorns finally matured? We'll find out this week at Kentucky | Bohls
After the win over Oklahoma, Arch Manning describes blocking out the noise. Also, Ryan Niblett's near transfer from Austin plus Kirby Smart and SEC referees.
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October 15, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Have Texas Longhorns finally matured? We'll find out this week at Kentucky | Bohls' 9 Things www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
Kevin Durant and Jeff Green, the last two SuperSonics, reflect on their NBA path and Houston reunion www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
Kevin Durant and Jeff Green, the last two SuperSonics, are reunited in Houston
Kevin Durant and Jeff Green were rookies together in Seattle's last year in NBA. Their careers have intersected again in Houston 18 years later.
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October 15, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Kevin Durant and Jeff Green, the last two SuperSonics, reflect on their NBA path and Houston reunion www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
One interesting guy. … How Texas' Max Weiner became one of NCAA's top pitching coaches: a savage approach and deep thinking www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
How Texas' Max Weiner became a 'savage' pitching coach
From a 100-year-old military academy in Georgia to roles at A&M and Texas with Jim Schlossnagle, Max Weiner develops skill sets with empathy
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October 2, 2025 at 4:26 PM
One interesting guy. … How Texas' Max Weiner became one of NCAA's top pitching coaches: a savage approach and deep thinking www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
The Q Collar is becoming popular in the NFL. Why Texans' Dalton Schultz is wearing the device www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/texan...
What's Dalton Schultz wearing on his neck? A device to help protect his brain
Houston Texans tight end Dalton Schultz is among the growing number of NFL players who wear a Q-Collar to help prevent brain injuries.
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October 1, 2025 at 6:01 PM
The Q Collar is becoming popular in the NFL. Why Texans' Dalton Schultz is wearing the device www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/texan...
When UH wins, Cougars all scream for ice cream. Coach Willie Fritz creates new treat for victories www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
When UH wins, Cougars all scream for ice cream. Willie Fritz's new treat
UH football coach Willie Fritz started 'Ice Cream Tuesday' last season as a reward for his team after victories.
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October 1, 2025 at 5:37 PM
When UH wins, Cougars all scream for ice cream. Coach Willie Fritz creates new treat for victories www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
UT coach Steve Sarkisian on no gimmes in SEC, pressures on QBs and Arch Manning's emotion | Bohls www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
Steve Sarkisian on no gimmes in SEC, pressures on QBs and Arch Manning's emotion
Steve Sarkisian learned a lot watching college football in Texas' week off; UT baseball reloads and a familiar name for Longhorns basketball
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October 1, 2025 at 5:19 PM
UT coach Steve Sarkisian on no gimmes in SEC, pressures on QBs and Arch Manning's emotion | Bohls www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
The NBA spotlight grows on Rockets' Amen Thompson but he knows 'I haven't really done anything yet' www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
'I haven't really done anything yet.' Confident Amen Thompson in NBA spotlight
Amen Thompson spent the offseason working on his ball handling and shooting to prepare for even bigger role in his third season with Houston.
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October 1, 2025 at 5:17 PM
The NBA spotlight grows on Rockets' Amen Thompson but he knows 'I haven't really done anything yet' www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/rocke...
Texas Longhorns beginning to show their personality. It's not work. They 'play' football | Bohls www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
Longhorns starting to show their personality. It's not work. They 'play' | Bohls
Through four games, the Texas Longhorns are showing a mix of intensity and fun but it remains to be seen if that's a winning combination.
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September 23, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Texas Longhorns beginning to show their personality. It's not work. They 'play' football | Bohls www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
From turmoil to trust: Inside the Houston Dash's culture shift powering the team's NWSL playoff push www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/dynam...
Dash find stability and 'H-Town hustle' in surprise bid for NWSL playoffs
The Dash have mustered a turnaround in their first season under coach Fabrice Gautrat and president Angela Hucles Mangano.
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September 22, 2025 at 3:52 PM
From turmoil to trust: Inside the Houston Dash's culture shift powering the team's NWSL playoff push www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/dynam...
Would Steve Sarkisian bench Arch Manning? Aggies No. 1 in state? | A Texas take on college football www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
Would Steve Sarkisian bench Arch Manning? Aggies No. 1 in state? | A Texas take
A look at 10 key topics in college football ahead of Week 4 as Texas struggles at quarterback and A&M rides high after win at Notre Dame
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September 19, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Would Steve Sarkisian bench Arch Manning? Aggies No. 1 in state? | A Texas take on college football www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
A flood on July 4 devastated the Texas Hill Country. How high school football is helping it heal www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/high-...
How football is helping the Texas Hill Country to heal after the July 4 flood
The Central Texas town of Kerrville was devastated by flooding July 4. But residents have found solace in watching the local high school's football team.
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September 17, 2025 at 6:17 PM
A flood on July 4 devastated the Texas Hill Country. How high school football is helping it heal www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/high-...
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“I was willing to risk my career. And here we are, married for 10 years with two kids. I guess it all works out how it’s supposed to.”
For Globe Magazine, I wrote about Will and Jenny Dell Middlebrooks, their beginnings, and their chaotic, happy lives. www.bostonglobe.com/2025/09/17/m...
For Globe Magazine, I wrote about Will and Jenny Dell Middlebrooks, their beginnings, and their chaotic, happy lives. www.bostonglobe.com/2025/09/17/m...
‘It wasn’t a fling’: Will Middlebrooks, Jenny Dell reflect on their Fenway love story and being a media power couple - The Boston Globe
A reporter. A third baseman. A relationship that began as fodder for the gossip pages comes full circle at Fenway.
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September 17, 2025 at 1:09 PM
“I was willing to risk my career. And here we are, married for 10 years with two kids. I guess it all works out how it’s supposed to.”
For Globe Magazine, I wrote about Will and Jenny Dell Middlebrooks, their beginnings, and their chaotic, happy lives. www.bostonglobe.com/2025/09/17/m...
For Globe Magazine, I wrote about Will and Jenny Dell Middlebrooks, their beginnings, and their chaotic, happy lives. www.bostonglobe.com/2025/09/17/m...
No weak links on Texas defense and what scares Arch Manning the most | Bohls www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
No weak links on Texas defense and what scares Arch Manning the most | Bohls
Sam Houston coach Phil Longo can't find a weakness on Texas' defense and is well aware of what Arch Manning is capable of at QB.
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September 17, 2025 at 6:15 PM
No weak links on Texas defense and what scares Arch Manning the most | Bohls www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
Both sides now: Dean Connors to become first to play for Houston and Rice in Bayou Bucket www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
Both sides now: Dean Connors to make Bayou Bucket history for UH, Rice
Thousands have played in the Bayou Bucket rivalry, but Dean Connors will be the first in the series' 47 games to play for UH and Rice.
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September 4, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Both sides now: Dean Connors to become first to play for Houston and Rice in Bayou Bucket www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
A new star at Texas? Parker Livingstone is becoming Arch Manning's go-to receiver www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
A new star at Texas? Parker Livingstone is becoming Arch Manning's top receiver
Parker Livingstone wasn't the highest-rated recruit but he's earned trust of Arch Manning. He also cooks a few steaks at home for the QB
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September 4, 2025 at 2:01 PM
A new star at Texas? Parker Livingstone is becoming Arch Manning's go-to receiver www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
Texas Longhorns and Arch Manning try to move on from loss to Ohio State. 'It was a long 24 hours' www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
Texas Longhorns and Arch Manning try to move on from loss to Ohio State
Texas follows the party line after a disheartening loss to open the season as Longhorns tune out the critics.
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September 1, 2025 at 10:20 PM
Texas Longhorns and Arch Manning try to move on from loss to Ohio State. 'It was a long 24 hours' www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
No. 1 Texas Longhorns, Arch Manning stymied in season-opening loss to No. 3 Ohio State www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
No. 1 Texas, Arch Manning stymied in season-opening loss to No. 3 Ohio State
Texas' time as the nation's No. 1 team will end after one game as No. 3 Ohio State once again proved too much for the Longhorns.
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August 30, 2025 at 7:51 PM
No. 1 Texas Longhorns, Arch Manning stymied in season-opening loss to No. 3 Ohio State www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
You've probably seen a lot of Arch Manning stories this week. If you haven't tried this one yet, please do. It comes with a unique perspective on dealing with expectations of being proclaimed a star QB at UT
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Texas-sized expectations await Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning
Arch Manning puts it simply: “I think for greatness you have to be a leader and you have to win games. And so I’m going to try to do both.”
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August 28, 2025 at 4:05 PM
You've probably seen a lot of Arch Manning stories this week. If you haven't tried this one yet, please do. It comes with a unique perspective on dealing with expectations of being proclaimed a star QB at UT
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What Arch Manning said about turning pro (maybe), the Heisman (not yet) and Ohio State (ready) | Bohls www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
What Arch Manning said about turning pro, the Heisman and Ohio State
Arch Manning didn't exactly confirm his grandfather's comment that he would stay at Texas for two more seasons
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August 19, 2025 at 11:23 PM
What Arch Manning said about turning pro (maybe), the Heisman (not yet) and Ohio State (ready) | Bohls www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
The inspiring comeback of Texas running back CJ Baxter. A championship ring and the story of Job www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...
The inspiring comeback of Texas running back CJ Baxter from knee injury
Texas running back CJ Baxter shredded his knee a year ago. He's back after rehab that included encouragement from softball star Mia Scott.
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August 16, 2025 at 12:35 PM
The inspiring comeback of Texas running back CJ Baxter. A championship ring and the story of Job www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/colle...