sam fariss
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NCAA staff writer at FanSided | Oregon SOJC alum
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I cover the Ducks, the Longhorns, and more 🦆🤘🏻
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Texas volleyball coach Jerritt Elliott is bald, but he solved the sport's ponytail problem with the invention of a unique hair-tie that has taken over the NCAA.
How a bald coach solved volleyball's ponytail predicament
The NCAA volleyball tournament will feature dozens of stars wearing a hair-tie solution invented by none other than three-time champion Jerritt Elliott.
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December 1, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Texas volleyball coach Jerritt Elliott is bald, but he solved the sport's ponytail problem with the invention of a unique hair-tie that has taken over the NCAA.
The Texas Longhorns' first-half sluggishness versus the Mississippi State Bulldogs truly showed that Steve Sarkisian needs to hand over his playbook
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Horns' first-half sluggishness vs. Bulldogs proves Sark needs to give up play calling
Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian has refused to give up offensive play-calling, but a slow start by the Longhorns is showing he might just have to.
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October 25, 2025 at 10:17 PM
The Texas Longhorns' first-half sluggishness versus the Mississippi State Bulldogs truly showed that Steve Sarkisian needs to hand over his playbook
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Urban Meyer has pitched (quite literally) the worst James Franklin replacement possible for the Penn State Nittany Lions victorybellrings.com/urban-meyer-...
Urban Meyer pitches worst James Franklin replacement possible for Penn State
As the head coach search continues for the Nittany Lions, former Ohio State head coach just suggested the worst-ever replacement for Penn State.
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October 16, 2025 at 9:39 PM
Urban Meyer has pitched (quite literally) the worst James Franklin replacement possible for the Penn State Nittany Lions victorybellrings.com/urban-meyer-...
The Big Ten is looking for money where other leagues have already said, "No thanks"
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Big Ten is looking for money where other leagues have said no thanks
The Big Ten is supposedly looking into a source for NIL funds that the rest of the country has avoided like the plague.
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July 25, 2025 at 8:20 PM
The Big Ten is looking for money where other leagues have already said, "No thanks"
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Caitlin Clark would be $10M richer if a predictably annoying obstacle backed off:
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Caitlin Clark would be $10M richer if a predictably annoying obstacle backed off
Caitlin Clark would be $10M richer if a predictably annoying obstacle backed off
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June 4, 2025 at 9:56 PM
Caitlin Clark would be $10M richer if a predictably annoying obstacle backed off:
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Please enjoy these shelter pups reacting to getting a kiss. Some are bashful, some have butterflies, and all deserve approximately 10 million more. 14/10 for all
May 14, 2025 at 10:09 PM
Please enjoy these shelter pups reacting to getting a kiss. Some are bashful, some have butterflies, and all deserve approximately 10 million more. 14/10 for all
Kevin Durant adds to his ever-growing trophy case, earning prestigious NBA honor
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Kevin Durant adds to his ever-growing trophy case, earning prestigious NBA honor
The relationship between the Texas Longhorns and basketball phenom Kevin Durant has never disappeared or even dissipated. As Durant has gone through his nearly
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May 15, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Kevin Durant adds to his ever-growing trophy case, earning prestigious NBA honor
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U.S. Senator Ted Cruz was in attendance for the Houston-Florida National Championship game, once again proving that his curse over Texas sports is alive and well: bustingbrackets.com/the-cruz-cur...
The ‘Cruz Curse’ strikes again as Houston can’t hold huge lead in national championship game
U.S. Senator Ted Cruz was in attendance for the Houston-Florida National Championship game, once again proving that his curse over Texas sports is real.
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April 8, 2025 at 1:49 PM
U.S. Senator Ted Cruz was in attendance for the Houston-Florida National Championship game, once again proving that his curse over Texas sports is alive and well: bustingbrackets.com/the-cruz-cur...
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FLORIDA ENDS UCONN'S REIGN ‼️
The two-time defending champs are out as Walter Clayton (23 PTS) leads the No. 1 Gators to a comeback win and a Sweet 16 berth.
The two-time defending champs are out as Walter Clayton (23 PTS) leads the No. 1 Gators to a comeback win and a Sweet 16 berth.
March 23, 2025 at 6:32 PM
FLORIDA ENDS UCONN'S REIGN ‼️
The two-time defending champs are out as Walter Clayton (23 PTS) leads the No. 1 Gators to a comeback win and a Sweet 16 berth.
The two-time defending champs are out as Walter Clayton (23 PTS) leads the No. 1 Gators to a comeback win and a Sweet 16 berth.
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ACC Player of the Year Cooper Flagg went down in the first half against Georgia Tech, and regardless of the severity, Jon Scheyer should shut him down for the rest of the ACC Tournament.
March 13, 2025 at 7:16 PM
ACC Player of the Year Cooper Flagg went down in the first half against Georgia Tech, and regardless of the severity, Jon Scheyer should shut him down for the rest of the ACC Tournament.
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March 10, 2025 at 2:37 PM
With his impressive 40-yard dash time, Oregon's Derrick Harmon aligns almost perfectly with a specific NFL legend: autzenzoo.com/with-impress...
With impressive 40 time, Derrick Harmon aligns perfectly with a specific NFL legend
Oregon defensive lineman Derrick Harmon ran one of the more impressive 40-yard dash times at the NFL Combine, further aligning him with an NFL legend.
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February 27, 2025 at 9:08 PM
With his impressive 40-yard dash time, Oregon's Derrick Harmon aligns almost perfectly with a specific NFL legend: autzenzoo.com/with-impress...
Jordan Burch, Jeffrey Bassa, Jamaree Caldwell, and Derrick Harmon are just hours away from taking the field at the 2025 NFL Combine. Here are some highlights of their time with the media yesterday: autzenzoo.com/what-jordan-...
What Jordan Burch, Jeffrey Bassa, and other Ducks said before their NFL Combine day
Before the defensive linemen and linebackers took the field for their day at the NFL Combine, a few Oregon stars took to the podium to answer questions.
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February 27, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Jordan Burch, Jeffrey Bassa, Jamaree Caldwell, and Derrick Harmon are just hours away from taking the field at the 2025 NFL Combine. Here are some highlights of their time with the media yesterday: autzenzoo.com/what-jordan-...
A big-time 4-star safety commits to the Oregon Ducks over notable Blue Blood programs: autzenzoo.com/4-star-safet...
4-star safety commits to the Oregon Ducks over notable Blue Blood programs
Four-star safety Xavier Lherisse, class of 2026, committed to Dan Lanning and the Oregon Ducks.
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February 26, 2025 at 3:41 PM
A big-time 4-star safety commits to the Oregon Ducks over notable Blue Blood programs: autzenzoo.com/4-star-safet...
If Sean Payton plays his cards right, former Oregon Ducks Bo Nix and Troy Franklin could add legendary NFL tight end Rob Gronkowski to their offensive lineup: autzenzoo.com/could-a-few-...
Could a few former Oregon Ducks add NFL legend Rob Gronkowski as their teammate?
Former Oregon Ducks Bo Nix and Troy Franklin had standout rookie seasons for the Denver Broncos in 2024. The now-NFL teammates might add Gronk to their lineup.
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February 25, 2025 at 9:05 PM
If Sean Payton plays his cards right, former Oregon Ducks Bo Nix and Troy Franklin could add legendary NFL tight end Rob Gronkowski to their offensive lineup: autzenzoo.com/could-a-few-...
Jared Curtis set to visit the Oregon Ducks in March ahead of OV in June: autzenzoo.com/jared-curtis...
Jared Curtis set to visit the Oregon Ducks in March ahead of OV in June
Five-star quarterback prospect Jared Curtis already narrowed his search to Oregon and Georgia. Now, he has scheduled unofficial visits with the teams in March.
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February 25, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Jared Curtis set to visit the Oregon Ducks in March ahead of OV in June: autzenzoo.com/jared-curtis...
Former Oregon basketball star Will Richardson had a career night in his NBA G-League game: autzenzoo.com/former-orego...
Former Oregon basketball star Will Richardson has a career night in NBA G-League game
Will Richardson was a star for the Oregon men's basketball team in the early 2020s. Now, the former Duck is becoming a standout player in the NBA's G-League.
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February 25, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Former Oregon basketball star Will Richardson had a career night in his NBA G-League game: autzenzoo.com/former-orego...
Quinn Ewers' injury revelation proves that Texas needed Arch Manning on the field: hookemheadlines.com/quinn-ewers-...
Quinn Ewers injury revelation proves that Texas needed Arch Manning on the field
Texas knew Quinn Ewers was hurt in his final season with the Horns but when a new injury report revealed it was more serious, all eyes turned to Arch Manning.
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February 25, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Quinn Ewers' injury revelation proves that Texas needed Arch Manning on the field: hookemheadlines.com/quinn-ewers-...
Four-star tight end prospect announces official visit with the Oregon Ducks: autzenzoo.com/four-star-ti...
Four-star tight end prospect announces official visit with the Oregon Ducks
Mark Bowman, a four-star tight end in the class of 2026, announced the dates for his OV with the Oregon Ducks, Texas Longhorns, and Georgia Bulldogs.
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February 24, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Four-star tight end prospect announces official visit with the Oregon Ducks: autzenzoo.com/four-star-ti...
A dominant win over Rutgers is exactly what the doctor prescribed for the Oregon Ducks:
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A dominant win over Rutgers is exactly what the doctor prescribed for the Ducks
The Oregon women's basketball team earned a dominant win over the Rutgers Scarlet Knights on the Ducks' senior night.
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February 24, 2025 at 2:00 PM
A dominant win over Rutgers is exactly what the doctor prescribed for the Oregon Ducks:
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Oregon Ducks sweep the Mary Nutter Classic with two top-25 wins:
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Oregon Ducks sweep the Mary Nutter Classic with two top-25 wins
The Oregon softball team stormed through its matchups in the Mary Nutter Classic as they secured five wins, including two top-25 victories.
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February 22, 2025 at 11:18 PM
Oregon Ducks sweep the Mary Nutter Classic with two top-25 wins:
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The Oregon Ducks defeated the No. 11 Wisconsin Badgers in an amazing comeback victory on the road: autzenzoo.com/oregon-defea...
Oregon defeated No. 11 Wisconsin in amazing comeback victory on the road
The Oregon men's basketball team played the game of the season as the Ducks defeated the No. 11 Wisconsin Badgers in an overtime thriller.
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February 22, 2025 at 7:36 PM
The Oregon Ducks defeated the No. 11 Wisconsin Badgers in an amazing comeback victory on the road: autzenzoo.com/oregon-defea...
ESPN College GameDay doubts the Ducks ahead of big-time matchup against Wisconsin: autzenzoo.com/college-game...
College GameDay doubts the Ducks ahead of big-time matchup against Wisconsin
The ESPN College GameDay cast members all picked the Wisconsin Badgers to defeat the Oregon Ducks ahead of their Big Ten matchup.
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February 22, 2025 at 5:13 PM
ESPN College GameDay doubts the Ducks ahead of big-time matchup against Wisconsin: autzenzoo.com/college-game...
Oregon OT announces he will enter the transfer portal after two seasons with Ducks: autzenzoo.com/oregon-ot-an...
Oregon OT announces he will enter the transfer portal after two seasons with Ducks
Oregon offensive tackle George Silva announced he would enter the transfer portal after seeing limited playing time during the 2023 and 2024 seasons.
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February 21, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Oregon OT announces he will enter the transfer portal after two seasons with Ducks: autzenzoo.com/oregon-ot-an...
How will the Ducks' season look if they lose 'season-defining game' against Penn State? autzenzoo.com/how-will-the...
How will the Ducks' season look if they lose 'season-defining game' against Penn State?
ESPN released a list of the most
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February 20, 2025 at 8:08 PM
How will the Ducks' season look if they lose 'season-defining game' against Penn State? autzenzoo.com/how-will-the...