PETA calls on Texas, Georgia to end live mascot use after Sugar Bowl incident

PETA calls on Texas, Georgia to end live mascot use after Sugar Bowl incident

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) called on the University of Texas and the University of Georgia to end the use of live mascots after an incident before their Sugar Bowl matchup on Tuesday.

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) called on the University of Texas and the University of Georgia to end the use of live mascots after an incident before their Sugar Bowl matchup on Tuesday.

Austin photojournalist hit by horn as Bevo make a break for it at Sugar Bowl

Austin photojournalist hit by horn as Bevo make a break for it at Sugar Bowl

The Longhorns made their first charge at the Bulldogs before Tuesday night's Sugar Bowl game even started. About an hour before kickoff, Bevo, UT Longhorns mascot, broke out of his barricade and, rushed in the direction of University of Georgia’s bulldog mascot, Uga.

The Longhorns made their first charge at the Bulldogs before Tuesday night's Sugar Bowl game even started. About an hour before kickoff, Bevo, UT Longhorns mascot, broke out of his barricade and, rushed in the direction of University of Georgia’s bulldog mascot, Uga.

Longhorn fans feeling renewed hope after Sugar Bowl victory

Longhorn fans feeling renewed hope after Sugar Bowl victory

It's been a long journey for not only the Longhorns, but also the fans who stuck by their side through the tough seasons. “I didn't expect them to make it this far,” said Dustin Kanae, Longhorn fan.

It's been a long journey for not only the Longhorns, but also the fans who stuck by their side through the tough seasons. “I didn't expect them to make it this far,” said Dustin Kanae, Longhorn fan.

Sugar Bowl 2019: Texas vs. Georgia

Sugar Bowl 2019: Texas vs. Georgia

Two of the most ravenous fan bases in the nation will watch their teams go head-to-head on New Year's Day at the 2019 Sugar Bowl in New Orleans.

Two of the most ravenous fan bases in the nation will watch their teams go head-to-head on New Year's Day at the 2019 Sugar Bowl in New Orleans.

Longhorns head off to compete in Big 12 Championship game

Longhorns head off to compete in Big 12 Championship game

They've battled before for the golden hat, in the Red River Rivalry, but, this weekend the Texas Longhorns and Oklahoma Sooners will be fighting for the Big 12 Championship bragging rights. 

They've battled before for the golden hat, in the Red River Rivalry, but, this weekend the Texas Longhorns and Oklahoma Sooners will be fighting for the Big 12 Championship bragging rights. 

Bill would require Texas, Texas A&M to play football game annually

Bill would require Texas, Texas A&M to play football game annually

A bill filed Tuesday would require the University of Texas and Texas A&M to play a football game against each other annually.

A bill filed Tuesday would require the University of Texas and Texas A&M to play a football game against each other annually.

Mack Brown announced as head football coach for University of North Carolina

Mack Brown announced as head football coach for University of North Carolina

Former head coach for the Texas Longhorns Mack Brown is returning to North Carolina, according to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Athletics. 

Former head coach for the Texas Longhorns Mack Brown is returning to North Carolina, according to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Athletics. 

Texas QB Ehlinger leaves game with injury

Texas QB Ehlinger leaves game with injury

Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger left Saturday's game against Baylor early in the first quarter with an injury to his throwing shoulder.

Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger left Saturday's game against Baylor early in the first quarter with an injury to his throwing shoulder.

Old 97's headlining Longhorn City Limits

Old 97's headlining Longhorn City Limits

Old 97's is headlining Longhorn City Limits on Saturday ahead of the Texas Longhorns versus Baylor Bears Big 12 Conference game. 

Old 97's is headlining Longhorn City Limits on Saturday ahead of the Texas Longhorns versus Baylor Bears Big 12 Conference game. 

UT/Oklahoma football fans ready for Red River Showdown

UT/Oklahoma football fans ready for Red River Showdown

University of Texas and Oklahoma fans are gearing up for the biggest college football game of the season so far.

University of Texas and Oklahoma fans are gearing up for the biggest college football game of the season so far.

USC Trojans fans and alumni in Austin for big game

USC Trojans fans and alumni in Austin for big game

The USC Trojans take on the Texas Longhorns on 9/15 and fans and alumni are in town for the big football game. FOX 7 Austin's Jacqueline Sarkissian was at a rally at the Capitol and spoke to members of the USC Alumni Group of Austin.

The USC Trojans take on the Texas Longhorns on 9/15 and fans and alumni are in town for the big football game. FOX 7 Austin's Jacqueline Sarkissian was at a rally at the Capitol and spoke to members of the USC Alumni Group of Austin.

Bevo Blvd. - A new fan experience kicks off for UT football's first home game

Bevo Blvd. - A new fan experience kicks off for UT football's first home game

Drew Martin with University of Texas athletics says he's ecstatic to debut Bevo Boulevard on Saturday. Bevo Boulevard is a new concept that will be executed every home game, named after UT’s iconic mascot, Bevo. Streets by the stadium will be closed off so Longhorn fans can enjoy food trucks and live performances. Admission is free, and the fun begins 5 hours before kickoff.

Drew Martin with University of Texas athletics says he's ecstatic to debut Bevo Boulevard on Saturday. Bevo Boulevard is a new concept that will be executed every home game, named after UT’s iconic mascot, Bevo. Streets by the stadium will be closed off so Longhorn fans can enjoy food trucks and live performances. Admission is free, and the fun begins 5 hours before kickoff.

Vince Young talks USC-Texas Golf Challenge

Vince Young talks USC-Texas Golf Challenge

Texas Longhorn legend Vince Young talks about the a big Trojans/Longhorns event at Barton Creek Country Club on 9/13.

Texas Longhorn legend Vince Young talks about the a big Trojans/Longhorns event at Barton Creek Country Club on 9/13.

Longhorn Friday

Longhorn Friday

Chuck Harris has more on the University of Texas wide effort to get Longhorns everywhere, current and former, to wear their burnt orange on Fridays.

Chuck Harris has more on the University of Texas wide effort to get Longhorns everywhere, current and former, to wear their burnt orange on Fridays.

Bevo Blvd, UT's new fan zone, kicks off at home opener

Bevo Blvd, UT's new fan zone, kicks off at home opener

The kickoff for the Longhorns home opener is still a few weeks away but Wednesday morning at DKR, several people could be seen up along the northern ring watching for fireworks.  

The kickoff for the Longhorns home opener is still a few weeks away but Wednesday morning at DKR, several people could be seen up along the northern ring watching for fireworks.  

Day 2 of preseason camp for UT football

Day 2 of preseason camp for UT football

Preseason camp for the University of Texas Longhorns football team continues and it won't be long before the first game of the 2018 season against Maryland.

Preseason camp for the University of Texas Longhorns football team continues and it won't be long before the first game of the 2018 season against Maryland.