Greg Luca
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Reporter covering UTSA and area colleges for @ExpressNews. Heisman and AP Top 25 voter. CT native and Florida alum. Hayley Williams fanboy, Adam Cole mark, 5K MMR scrub.
AP Top 25 voters are pretty close to an agreement on the nation's top seven teams, but the rankings get a lot more muddled the rest of the way. Sorting through a few members of the confounding middle tier, including Oklahoma and Texas A&M: www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
Inside Greg Luca’s AP Top 25 ballot: Sorting through the middle tier
AP Top 25 voters are pretty close to a consensus on the top seven teams, but the rankings grow much more muddled from there.
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September 20, 2026 at 8:45 PM
AP Top 25 voters are pretty close to an agreement on the nation's top seven teams, but the rankings get a lot more muddled the rest of the way. Sorting through a few members of the confounding middle tier, including Oklahoma and Texas A&M: www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
When UTSA's Darion White delivered a hit that knocked Arch Manning's helmet off, linebacker Brandon Tucker felt chills run through his body. Manning kept getting back up as No. 1 Texas cruised, but the Roadrunners found moments to be proud of.
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How UTSA found renewed confidence even in blowout loss to No. 1 Texas
The Roadrunners were overmatched on talent and athleticism against the Longhorns but delivered enough strong defense to spark confidence in the path ahead.
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September 20, 2026 at 8:59 AM
When UTSA's Darion White delivered a hit that knocked Arch Manning's helmet off, linebacker Brandon Tucker felt chills run through his body. Manning kept getting back up as No. 1 Texas cruised, but the Roadrunners found moments to be proud of.
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UTSA was always going to be at a major talent and athleticism disadvantage against No. 1 Texas, but the Roadrunners showed enough on defense in a loss against the Longhorns to leave Austin with newfound confidence and a few hits for the highlight reels. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
How UTSA found renewed confidence even in blowout loss to No. 1 Texas
The Roadrunners were overmatched on talent and athleticism against the Longhorns but delivered enough strong defense to spark confidence in the path ahead.
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September 20, 2026 at 8:54 AM
UTSA was always going to be at a major talent and athleticism disadvantage against No. 1 Texas, but the Roadrunners showed enough on defense in a loss against the Longhorns to leave Austin with newfound confidence and a few hits for the highlight reels. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA QB Owen McCown: “Losing 30-6 is never good, but we hung in there. If we get rid of those penalties and get rolling a little bit on offense, we're right there with those guys. And so there's a little boost of confidence. It's hard to say losing 30-6, but we fought hard.”
September 20, 2026 at 4:50 AM
UTSA QB Owen McCown: “Losing 30-6 is never good, but we hung in there. If we get rid of those penalties and get rolling a little bit on offense, we're right there with those guys. And so there's a little boost of confidence. It's hard to say losing 30-6, but we fought hard.”
UTSA linebacker Brandon Tucker, on the big hits against Arch Manning and the confidence boost from playing Texas: “We just played the number one team, arguably the best college football team. And so I think no matter what, we know we can compete with whoever.”
September 20, 2026 at 4:40 AM
UTSA linebacker Brandon Tucker, on the big hits against Arch Manning and the confidence boost from playing Texas: “We just played the number one team, arguably the best college football team. And so I think no matter what, we know we can compete with whoever.”
Coach Jeff Traylor after UTSA’s 30-6 loss at No. 1 Texas: “I didn't come here to lose close and be respected. I came here to win championships and change kids' lives. … We played championship defense tonight. That's big, big sign.”
September 20, 2026 at 4:28 AM
Coach Jeff Traylor after UTSA’s 30-6 loss at No. 1 Texas: “I didn't come here to lose close and be respected. I came here to win championships and change kids' lives. … We played championship defense tonight. That's big, big sign.”
A strong defensive effort will give UTSA room for encouragement, but an overmatched offense prevented the Roadrunners from making any real push in a 30-6 loss to No. 1 Texas on Saturday in Austin. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA delivers on defense, but offense falls flat in loss at No. 1 Texas
The Roadrunners played their best defensive game against their toughest competition, but UTSA was unable to do enough on offense to keep the outcome close.
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September 20, 2026 at 3:14 AM
A strong defensive effort will give UTSA room for encouragement, but an overmatched offense prevented the Roadrunners from making any real push in a 30-6 loss to No. 1 Texas on Saturday in Austin. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
A little late to post with the hot start here, but obligatory shot just before kickoff as UTSA meets No. 1 Texas at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin.
September 20, 2026 at 12:13 AM
A little late to post with the hot start here, but obligatory shot just before kickoff as UTSA meets No. 1 Texas at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin.
Not exactly the start the Roadrunners were looking for, as Owen McCown's first pass is off the hands of DJ Allen for an interception, and Texas cashed in with a touchdown from Arch Manning to Cam Coleman. Live updates and analysis: www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
Live updates: UTSA out to rough start at No. 1 Texas
The Roadrunners are facing the top-ranked team in the country for the first time in program history as they tangle with the No. 1 Longhorns.
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September 20, 2026 at 12:09 AM
Not exactly the start the Roadrunners were looking for, as Owen McCown's first pass is off the hands of DJ Allen for an interception, and Texas cashed in with a touchdown from Arch Manning to Cam Coleman. Live updates and analysis: www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA is underway against No. 1 Texas from Royal-Memorial Stadium, as the Roadrunners meet the nation's No. 1 team for the first time in program history. Follow along for live updates and analysis: www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
Live updates: UTSA enters raucous environment vs. No. 1 Texas
The Roadrunners are facing the top-ranked team in the country for the first time in program history as they tangle with the No. 1 Longhorns.
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September 20, 2026 at 12:02 AM
UTSA is underway against No. 1 Texas from Royal-Memorial Stadium, as the Roadrunners meet the nation's No. 1 team for the first time in program history. Follow along for live updates and analysis: www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA vs. Texas football: Preview, scouting report, betting info and prediction as the Roadrunners and No. 1 Longhorns both look to refocus following emotional wins: www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA vs. Texas: Preview, scouting report, betting info and prediction
The Roadrunners and Longhorns will both be looking to refocus following emotional weeks as the teams clash Saturday in Austin.
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September 19, 2026 at 6:07 PM
UTSA vs. Texas football: Preview, scouting report, betting info and prediction as the Roadrunners and No. 1 Longhorns both look to refocus following emotional wins: www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
The Manning and McCown names carry very different legacies, but for UTSA's Owen McCown and Texas' Arch Manning, growing up in quarterback families came with many of the same lessons. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
How UTSA's Owen McCown, Texas' Arch Manning are bonded by family legacies
Two players with quarterbacking in their blood will clash Saturday as Owen McCown and the Roadrunners visit Arch Manning and the Longhorns.
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September 18, 2026 at 6:18 PM
The Manning and McCown names carry very different legacies, but for UTSA's Owen McCown and Texas' Arch Manning, growing up in quarterback families came with many of the same lessons. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
Which Texas college football stadium is the toughest place to play a road game? Texas and A&M draw the biggest crowds, but the win-loss stats tell a different story. Plus, previews for Houston-Texas Tech, Kentucky-Texas A&M, Louisville-SMU and UTSA-Texas:
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September 18, 2026 at 5:56 PM
Which Texas college football stadium is the toughest place to play a road game? Texas and A&M draw the biggest crowds, but the win-loss stats tell a different story. Plus, previews for Houston-Texas Tech, Kentucky-Texas A&M, Louisville-SMU and UTSA-Texas:
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How to watch the game as the Roadrunners visit the Longhorns — UTSA's first time facing the top-ranked team in the country.
UTSA-Texas football: How to watch the Roadrunners’ first matchup against No. 1
How to watch the game as the Roadrunners visit the Longhorns — UTSA's first time facing the top-ranked team in the country.
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September 17, 2026 at 11:00 PM
How to watch the game as the Roadrunners visit the Longhorns — UTSA's first time facing the top-ranked team in the country.
Former UTSA football player Jacob Graner, an offensive lineman for the Roadrunners from 2016 through 2019, died Saturday at his home in Jasper, Ga., at age 28. The cause of death is unknown. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
Former UTSA football player Jacob Graner dies at age 28
An offensive lineman for the Roadrunners from 2016 through 2019, Graner died unexpectedly Saturday at his home in Jasper, Ga.
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September 16, 2026 at 10:53 PM
Former UTSA football player Jacob Graner, an offensive lineman for the Roadrunners from 2016 through 2019, died Saturday at his home in Jasper, Ga., at age 28. The cause of death is unknown. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
When UTSA first met Texas in 2022, the Roadrunners were full of hope. Now, Jeff Traylor would prefer a schedule without the Longhorns.
“We’ve got to get out of the business of playing LSU, A&M and Texas, in my opinion. It’s just gotten too large.” www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
“We’ve got to get out of the business of playing LSU, A&M and Texas, in my opinion. It’s just gotten too large.” www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
Why UTSA coach Jeff Traylor is ready to get away from matchups like No. 1 Texas
The gap between the college football elite and programs like UTSA has only grown since the Roadrunners first delivered a scare to the Longhorns in 2022.
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September 16, 2026 at 9:35 PM
When UTSA first met Texas in 2022, the Roadrunners were full of hope. Now, Jeff Traylor would prefer a schedule without the Longhorns.
“We’ve got to get out of the business of playing LSU, A&M and Texas, in my opinion. It’s just gotten too large.” www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
“We’ve got to get out of the business of playing LSU, A&M and Texas, in my opinion. It’s just gotten too large.” www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
Though Texas State won the battle of the trenches, coach Jeff Traylor said UTSA wasn't "physically whipped" the way that he feared. But a much tougher test lies ahead this weekend. Five players to watch as the Roadrunners prepare to face No. 1 Texas: www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
Five players to watch as UTSA braces for matchup with No. 1 Texas
The Roadrunners face questions along the line of scrimmage after losing the battle of the trenches Saturday at Texas State.
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September 15, 2026 at 10:18 PM
Though Texas State won the battle of the trenches, coach Jeff Traylor said UTSA wasn't "physically whipped" the way that he feared. But a much tougher test lies ahead this weekend. Five players to watch as the Roadrunners prepare to face No. 1 Texas: www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA and Thomas J. Henry announced a $250,000 sponsorship that includes a jersey patch for basketball and volleyball. All the details on the new arrangement and what it means for the Roadrunners, plus other notes on UTSA fundraising and facilities: www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA athletics, Thomas J. Henry announce $250K jersey patch sponsorship
Thomas J. Henry's logo will appear on Roadrunners jerseys for men's basketball, women's basketball and volleyball.
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September 15, 2026 at 9:42 PM
UTSA and Thomas J. Henry announced a $250,000 sponsorship that includes a jersey patch for basketball and volleyball. All the details on the new arrangement and what it means for the Roadrunners, plus other notes on UTSA fundraising and facilities: www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
A jam-packed edition of UTSA film study after Saturday's win over Texas State. With video of all four of David Amador's career pass attempts, and some interesting stats on Owen McCown's history in clutch late-game situations for the Roadrunners: www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA film study: How McCown, Roadrunners came up clutch at Texas State
A look at the fourth-down aggression, trick play touchdown and a dramatic final drive from Owen McCown that led UTSA past Texas State.
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September 14, 2026 at 9:44 PM
A jam-packed edition of UTSA film study after Saturday's win over Texas State. With video of all four of David Amador's career pass attempts, and some interesting stats on Owen McCown's history in clutch late-game situations for the Roadrunners: www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
With a win over Ohio State on Saturday, Texas vaulted to No. 1 and brought the nonconference season to an unofficial close. A look at the league championship races ahead through the lens of my AP Top 25 ballot:
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Inside Greg Luca's AP Top 25 ballot: How two weeks reshaped conference races
Texas vaulted to No. 1 with Saturday's win over Ohio State, marking the unofficial end of the nonconference season and revealing a new set of title contenders.
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September 13, 2026 at 7:41 PM
With a win over Ohio State on Saturday, Texas vaulted to No. 1 and brought the nonconference season to an unofficial close. A look at the league championship races ahead through the lens of my AP Top 25 ballot:
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After two long years, UTSA coach Jeff Traylor can finally fill that vacant space in his office with the return of the I-35 rivalry trophy.
"There’s a nice little warm place for that thing when it gets back home,” Traylor said.
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"There’s a nice little warm place for that thing when it gets back home,” Traylor said.
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UTSA, McCown shed years of burden with late win over rival Texas State
The Roadrunners found redemption after two straight losses to the Bobcats, hitting back after two years of slow starts and road woes.
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September 13, 2026 at 6:46 AM
After two long years, UTSA coach Jeff Traylor can finally fill that vacant space in his office with the return of the I-35 rivalry trophy.
"There’s a nice little warm place for that thing when it gets back home,” Traylor said.
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"There’s a nice little warm place for that thing when it gets back home,” Traylor said.
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Two years of rivalry losses, road woes and slow starts became a heavy burden that UTSA's Owen McCown had to carry. But after months of preparation, the Roadrunners shed the weight with one five-minute drive, rallying to a redemptive win over Texas State. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA, McCown shed years of burden with late win over rival Texas State
The Roadrunners found redemption after two straight losses to the Bobcats, hitting back after two years of slow starts and road woes.
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September 13, 2026 at 3:49 AM
Two years of rivalry losses, road woes and slow starts became a heavy burden that UTSA's Owen McCown had to carry. But after months of preparation, the Roadrunners shed the weight with one five-minute drive, rallying to a redemptive win over Texas State. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
Brandon High broke free for a 25-yard touchdown run with 14 seconds remaining, lifting UTSA to a 31-26 win against Texas State on Saturday in San Marcos. The Roadrunners snap a two-game skid in the I-35 rivalry. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
Live updates: Texas State takes late lead over UTSA in I-35 rivalry
The Roadrunners are aiming to solve their recent road woes and slow starts, hoping to snap a two-game skid against the Bobcats.
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September 12, 2026 at 11:23 PM
Brandon High broke free for a 25-yard touchdown run with 14 seconds remaining, lifting UTSA to a 31-26 win against Texas State on Saturday in San Marcos. The Roadrunners snap a two-game skid in the I-35 rivalry. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA and Texas State are underway in a critical I-35 rivalry matchup from San Marcos. On how the Roadrunners are managing the heat and a key Bobcats injury, with other live updates and analysis, as connectivity allows: www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
Live updates: UTSA, Texas State clash in I-35 rivalry
The Roadrunners are aiming to solve their recent road woes and slow starts, hoping to snap a two-game skid against the Bobcats.
www.expressnews.com
September 12, 2026 at 7:49 PM
UTSA and Texas State are underway in a critical I-35 rivalry matchup from San Marcos. On how the Roadrunners are managing the heat and a key Bobcats injury, with other live updates and analysis, as connectivity allows: www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
As UIW travels to face Northern Arizona on Saturday, top defensive standout Declan Williams is still battling for his eligibility in court, hoping for the opportunity at a fifth season to align with the NCAA's new "five-for-five" policy. www.expressnews.com/sports/artic...
Declan Williams continues eligibility fight as UIW heads to Northern Arizona
The Cardinals' star linebacker is one of many athletes seeking additional eligibility to align with the NCAA's new "five-for-five" system.
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September 11, 2026 at 9:55 PM
As UIW travels to face Northern Arizona on Saturday, top defensive standout Declan Williams is still battling for his eligibility in court, hoping for the opportunity at a fifth season to align with the NCAA's new "five-for-five" policy. www.expressnews.com/sports/artic...