Jerry Koosman, an All-Star pitcher who secured the final out for the Miracle Mets in the 1969 World Series, has died at 83.

The No. 19 Texas Tech Red Raiders host the Jackson State Tigers for the season opener. Monday's matchup is the first of the season between the two squads.

The Texas A&M Aggies start the season at home against the Alabama State Hornets. Tuesday's meeting is the first of the season between the two teams.

The Oklahoma Sooners open the season at home against the East Texas A&M Lions. The teams play Monday for the first time this season.

The No. 15 TCU Horned Frogs host the Oral Roberts Golden Eagles in the season opener. Tuesday's meeting is the first this season for the two squads.

The TCU Horned Frogs host the Lindenwood Lions for the season opener. The teams play Monday for the first time this season.

The No. 7 Texas Longhorns begin the season at home against the Chicago State Cougars. The teams square off Monday for the first time this season.

The Texas State Bobcats begin the season at home against the Texas A&M-CC Islanders. The teams meet Monday for the first time this season.

Another athletic week is down, which means another opportunity to vote for The Item’s Player of the Week is here.

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Dallas Cowboys linebacker Shemar James, third from left, celebrates his interception against the Arizona Cardinals during an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026. (AP Photo/Jeff ...