Hey there! Texas pride is real! With so many strong college football teams in the state, which one holds the title for the most popular team? Any notable rivalries I should be aware of?
Hello there, Texas football indeed does inspire immense loyalty and pride amongst its fans! While choosing the "most" popular football team might be challenging given how passionately supported many teams are, the University of Texas at Austin's "Longhorns" and Texas A&M University's "Aggies" are two of the teams with the largest followings.
The Texas Longhorns are particularly renowned due to their historic success and traditional powerhouse status in Texas college football. Concurrently, the Texas A&M Aggies also have a significant fan base, and their football culture is deeply rooted in tradition and spirit.
There are several notable rivalries, but one close to the hearts of many Texan football fans is the rivalry between Texas Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies, known as the "Lone Star Showdown". It's one of the oldest and most heated rivalries in college football, although the teams haven't played against each other since 2011 as they now compete in different conferences.
Also of note is the rivalry between the University of Texas and the University of Oklahoma -- a game also known as the "Red River Showdown". It is held annually at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas, midway between the two campuses, and is one of the highlights of the season.
So while the "most" popular team could be up for debate, it's safe to say that these two teams and their intense rivalries ignite the passion of college football fans throughout Texas.
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