North Texas Edges UAB in AAC Opener

In a thrilling Peach Bowl matchup, No. 5 Texas overcame a 16-point deficit and missed two late field goals to defeat No. 4 Arizona State 39-31 in double overtime, advancing to the semifinals of the College Football Playoff. Quarterback Quinn Ewers led the Longhorns with a crucial touchdown pass in the second overtime, while safety Andrew Mukuba sealed the win with an interception. Meanwhile, in men's basketball, North Texas staged an impressive 18-point comeback against UAB, with Atin Wright hitting a buzzer-beater to secure a 78-75 victory, marking their first win in the American Athletic Conference. Wright's standout performance included 22 points, leading the Mean Green to their 10th win of the season. Additionally, Wichita State's women’s basketball team fell short in their conference opener against North Texas despite a late rally, highlighting the competitive nature of the conference this season.