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The UH duo of quarterback Clayton Tune and receiver Nathaniel "Tank" Dell has formed a tight bond over the past three seasons. Their productive college connection comes to a close in today's Independence Bowl in Shreveport. Here's what to watch for in today's game against Louisiana. For the Cougars, whose next stop is the Big 12, it's high time to compete at an elevated tier in recruiting, writes Jerome Solomon. At Texas A&M, the Aggies could have a target in their search for a new offensive coordinator.

How an injury he feared might be career-ending shook Texans safety Tavierre Thomas, who has worked his way back to the field.

The Rockets wrap a seven-game homestand tonight against the Mavericks looking to end a four-game losing streak after it started on a positive note.

This offseason, the Mets have opened up the checkbook in a big way. The gambling money? It's still on the reigning champion Astros.

Stat of the day: 12-16-1. UH's all-time record in bowl games. The Cougars' 15 bowl appearances since 2005 lead Texas programs.

Greg Rajan
Texas Sports Nation editor
greg.rajan@chron.com

College Football

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One final connection

The chemistry built over three seasons between UH quarterback Clayton Tune and receiver Nathaniel Dell has been on display on almost a weekly basis, but their historic connection comes to an end today.

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Time to raise recruiting bar.

As the Cougars move to the Big 12 amid changes in college football's landscape, Houston has what it takes to be among the most attractive programs, writes Jerome Solomon.

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Independence Bowl: What to watch for.

Here's what to keep an eye on this afternoon as UH and Louisiana face off in Shreveport under frosty conditions.

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Sitting this one out.

UH will be without freshman receiver Samuel Brown in the Independence Bowl because of a suspension related to his "immature behavior."

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'A national treasure.'

UH coach Dana Holgorsen took time to recall his late mentor Mike Leach, an influential figure in many current football coaches' careers.

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Possible Aggies target.

USC receivers coach Luke Huard, a former Texas A&M staffer, could be an alternative for Jimbo Fisher if he doesn't land an established offensive coordinator

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Rebuilding DB room.

Texas A&M starts addressing its secondary depth with the addition of North Carolina cornerback Tony Grimes via the transfer portal.

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More departures.

Defensive lineman Adarious Jones is leaving Texas A&M while former Aggies teammate Denver Harris has a new home.

Texans / NFL

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Battling back

When a leg injury forced Texans defensive back Tavierre Thomas to consider life without football, he found a Plan B.

Rockets / NBA

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Looking for a boost

The Rockets look to snap out of a slump as they host the intrastate rival Mavericks tonight to end a seven-game homestand that began with much promise.

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Let's go to the video.

As they're mired in a four-game losing streak, the Rockets' video session went far beyond the typical length for a practice day.

Astros / MLB

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Bet on it

The Mets, with Justin Verlander and Carlos Correa now in the field, have spent a lot of money this offseason, but the Astros are still more than formidable according to gambling odds.

Media

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TIcketed for new home

The NFL announced a multiyear agreement for Google to distribute "Sunday Ticket," the package of out-of-market afternoon games, on YouTube TV and YouTube Primetime Channels.