Texas A&M Coach Faces Tragedy Before Rivalry with Texas
Texas A M freshman defensive lineman Brandon Fails died after collapsing in his dorm. Preliminary autopsy cites a blood clot from a leg injury. The death adds to a string of losses for coach R C Slocum amid a tough season and the long Texas rivalry.
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Aggies rally for 20 16 win as Slocum faces doubt
Texas A M rallied in the second half to beat Texas 20 16 while players wear patches bearing Fails 89. The Longhorns canceled hex rally tradition as Slocum's job prospects loom amid critics. Texas quarterback Chris Simms eyes a final home win and continued 10 win hopes, while fans recall his 2 669 passing yards and 53 career TDs.
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Running game gives OU new look
Oklahoma aims to improve its ground attack against Oklahoma State led by Quentin Griffin who has rushed for 1,450 yards with seven straight 100 yard games. Coach Bob Stoops praises Griffin as MVP while offensive coordinator Chuck Long notes added formations and two tight ends have diversified the Sooners offense.
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