Texas: Where Football is a Religion (and There Are a Lot of Churches)
So, you wanna know how many college football teams there are in Texas? Well, buckle up, 'cause this is gonna be a wild ride. Let's just say, if Texas were a country, its national anthem would probably be a fight song.
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More Teams Than You Can Shake a Stetson At
Now, you might think, "Okay, smart guy, just give me a number." And you're absolutely right. But before we get to the nitty-gritty, let's appreciate the sheer abundance of football in this state. It's like every small town has a high school team, a junior college team, and a professional wrestling outfit. Okay, maybe not the last one, but you get the idea.
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There are 13 FBS (Football Bowl Subdivision) teams in Texas. That’s right, thirteen. That's more than enough for every day of the week, with leftovers for Sunday. And if you think that's a lot, wait till you hear about the FCS, Division II, Division III, and NAIA teams. It's like a never-ending football buffet.
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The Big Boys of Texas Football
Of course, we can't talk about Texas football without mentioning the heavy hitters. Teams like the University of Texas Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies are household names. They're the equivalent of Beyonce and Jay-Z in the music world. But don't sleep on the other teams! Houston, Baylor, TCU – these guys can pack a punch too.
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So, Why So Many Teams?
Good question. Texas is a big state, with a big population, and an even bigger love for football. It's like everyone here was born with a football in their hands. And when you combine that with a strong college football tradition, you get a recipe for a whole lot of teams.
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How to... Texas Football Edition
- How to survive a Texas football weekend: Wear burnt orange or maroon (depending on your allegiance), stock up on beer, and prepare for your voice to be gone by Monday.
- How to impress a Texan: Learn the words to at least one fight song. Bonus points if you can do the hook 'em horns or the gig 'em.
- How to avoid talking about football in Texas: Good luck with that.
- How to choose a Texas college football team to support: Flip a coin. Or, if you're feeling adventurous, let a random number generator decide.
- How to prepare for the next Texas Bowl: Start practicing your "Hook 'em Horns" now.
So there you have it. Texas: where football is a way of life. Now go forth and enjoy the beautiful madness that is Texas college football.
Hook 'em, Gig 'em, or just plain love 'em!
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