Texas Football Shakes Up Tradition: 2026 Spring Game Moved to April—What’s Behind the Surprise Change?
Well, here’s a twist in the Texas football saga that’s sure to turn heads. After a hiatus prompted by concerns over tampering and the unsettling possibility of Longhorn players being coaxed away from their Austin homes—probably eyeing greener pastures in the Big Ten—the beloved annual Spring Game is making a comeback. Yep, you heard that right. The university just dropped the news earlier this week, signaling a fresh chapter and a much-anticipated rendezvous at DKR Memorial Stadium on April 18. This resurrection isn’t just a game; it’s a statement, a chance for fans to rally behind the team and catch a glimpse of the rising talent and grit shaping the future of Texas football. Don’t miss it—this April promises to reignite that fierce Longhorn spirit right where it belongs. LEARN MORE
Texas football is bringing back the annual Spring Game this year, the university announced earlier this week.
The announcement follows the program and administration’s decision to cancel the Spring Game out of fear of tampering and recruiting Longhorns players from their homes in Austin to someplace else (likely in the Big Ten.)
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So, be there: at DKR in Austin, Texas, on April 18.
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