In another sign of college football's transformation, Texas and USC have joined Nebraska in canceling their spring games. "No, we're not going to have a spring game," Texas coach Sarkisian told Kay Adams on the "Up & Adams Show" podcast Thursday.

Head coach Steve Sarkisian cited the longer college football season and the overall wear and tear on players as the reason for the game's cancelation.

The annual spring game is a chance for fans to get a first look at the future of their favorite college football programs. It's an opportunity for freshmen to get their first experiences playing in a college stadium,