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Rice Football Recruiting: RB Tyvonn Byars commits to Owls

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The 2025 Rice Football recruiting class continues to stockpile skill talent. Lake Creek running back Tyvonn Byars has committed to the Owls.

Players have flocked to campus this past month to take part in official visits as the 2025 Rice Football recruiting class begins to take shape. Several of those visitors either had offers or were issued offers. Many took that one step further and made a pledge to play their college ball with the Owls. One such new addition to the fold is running back Tyvonn Byars who has committed to the Owls.

Rice beat out offers from Houston, Texas Tech, Memphis, Tulsa and others for the services of this explosive playmaker. Byars credits the atmosphere he felt on campus as well as the trajectory of the program right now. “I want to be a part of the change,” he told The Roost.

Byars will be a fun chess piece to drop into the Owls’ offensive scheme. That’s something Byars is looking forward to stepping into when he arrives on campus. “They use the running back a lot of different ways,” he said. “I think I am a fit for that. I definitely think I can contribute.”

The addition of Byars gives the class two running back commitments, joining North Shore rusher D’Andre Hardeman who committed in April.

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A quick look at the highlights makes it clear Byars is going to be fun to watch on South Main. He’s a home run hitter with an impressive burst with the ball in his hands. He says he prides himself on his vision, a trait that jumps out when you watch him play.

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The Roost Podcast | Ep 176 – ’24 Charlotte Preview with Hunter Bailey

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Next up as The Roost Podcast continues its AAC opponent previews: Hunter Bailey of the Charlotte Observer dives into Charlotte football in 2024.

A seemingly annual matchup with Charlotte football is on deck one again in 2024. This time the Owls host the 49ers following a resounding road win at their place a season ago. Hunter Bailey from the Charlotte Observer joins us this week to talk about what progress he’s seen from that team over the offseason and talk about the direction of the program moving forward.

You can find previous episodes on the podcast page. For now, give a listen to Episode 176.

Episode Notes

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Previewing 2024 Charlotte Football with Hunter Bailey

  • The latest on the Biff Poggi front
  • Reasonable expectations in Year 2
  • New QB Max Brown
  • Big questions facing the 49ers this season
  • Key additions (and losses) from the transfer portal
  • The Lightning Round

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Rice Baseball 2024: MLB Owls Update – June 25

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The 2024 MLB season is underway and Rice baseball alums are busy on the mound and at the plate. Here’s the latest from the MLB Owls.

JT Chargois – Miami Marlins

Chargois made his 2024 MLB debut last week, returning from the injured list to throw 1.1 scoreless innings against the New York Mets. He followed that up with two additional scoreless appearances, keeping his ERA a spotless 0.00 through his first week of pro action this year.

Through June 18, Chargois has a 0.00 ERA with a 1.200 WHIP. He’s averaging 5.4 strikeouts per nine innings.

Dane Myers – Miami Marlins

Myers has played very sparingly in the month of June, playing a full nine innings at least once. He’s entered games as a late defensive replacement on several occasions and been removed in favor of a pinch hitter at the end of games as well. As a result, he’s only had more than two at bats in a single game twice since June 1.

Through June 18, Myers is hitting .204 with four extra-base hits, four walks and 23 strikeouts. His OPS is .624 and he’s collected nine RBI.

Tyler Duffey – Kansas City Royals

Duffey was designated for assignment by the Royals at the end of May, ending a nine-game stint with the club that lasted roughly a month. He was 1-0 with a hold over that time, making nine appearances, including three that went longer than one inning. For now, he’ll return to the AAA club.

Through June 18, Duffey has a 5.00 ERA with a 1.667 WHIP. He’s averaging 10.0 strikeouts per nine innings.

Injured List

Anthony Rendon – Los Angeles Angels

Rendon is expected to miss a lengthy amount of time after suffering a partial tear in his left hamstring in late April. There is no timetable for his return as of yet, a frustrating development after a red-hot end of the month prior to suffering the injury.

Through May 2, Rendon is hitting .267 with three extra-base hits, six walks and 15 strikeouts. His OPS is .632 and he’s collected three RBI.

Glenn Otto – San Diego Padres

Prior to the beginning of the season, Otto was placed on the 15-Day Injured List on March 19 with a right teres major strain. He has since been assigned to the Arizona Complex League for rehab.

Knocking on the Door

The following Owls began the season in AAA:

  • Matt Canterino – St Paul Saints (Twins)
  • Tyler Duffey – Omaha Storm Chasers (Royals)
  • Jon Duplantier – Syracuse Mets (Mets) *released
  • Tristan Gray – Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Marlins)
  • Evan Kravetz – Louisville Bats (Reds)
  • Lucas Luetge – Worcester Red Sox (Red Sox)
  • Dane Myers – Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Marlins) *promoted
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2024 Rice Football Opponent Season Preview: Army

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Army has been fairly consistent under Jeff Monken for quite a while now. What can Rice Football expect from the Black Knights in 2024?

Head Coach: Jeff Monken
Record at School: 70-55 (10 Yr) | Career Record 70-55 (10 Yr)
Offensive Coordinator:  Cody Worley
Defensive Coordinators: Nate Woody

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2024 Rice Football Season Preview: Quarterback

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Next up in our 2024 Rice Football Season Preview: quarterback. Here’s our breakdown of the Owls’ plans for the group this season.

For the umpteenth year in a row, there’s a new quarterback in town. Rice football will trot out yet another opening day starter, but that might not necessarily be a bad thing for the Owls, who are exceedingly high on Temple transfer EJ Warner. What does Warner bring to South Main and what will his time at the helm of the offense look like? Here’s a preview of the quarterback position in 2024.

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