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Bevo's Comeback Boosts Longhorns in Cotton Bowl Showdown

1/2/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Bevo, Texas' beloved live mascot, will make a triumphant appearance at the Cotton Bowl semifinal against Ohio State on January 10, breaking past venue restrictions. His presence is set to rally the Longhorns, who are fresh off a nail-biting double overtime victory against Arizona State. Meanwhile, Ohio State, riding high as a 5.5-point favorite after their Rose Bowl triumph over Oregon, looks to maintain their momentum.

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Historical Context

Bevo, the University of Texas' iconic live mascot, returns to the Cotton Bowl on January 10, breaking restrictions. This echoes the 1954 Gator Bowl, where Texas Tech's Masked Rider made history as the first live horse mascot, inspiring others like Florida State's Chief Osceola.

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Story summary

Bevo, Texas' beloved live mascot, will make a triumphant appearance at the Cotton Bowl semifinal against Ohio State on January 10, breaking past venue restrictions. His presence is set to rally the Longhorns, who are fresh off a nail-biting double overtime victory against Arizona State. Meanwhile, Ohio State, riding high as a 5.5-point favorite after their Rose Bowl triumph over Oregon, looks to maintain their momentum.

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