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Dallas Cowboys Mourn With Coach Wade Lytal After Texas Flood Claims Daughter’s Life

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The Dallas Cowboys extend heartfelt condolences to Coach Wade Lytal of Trinity University, following the tragic loss of his daughter Kellyanne in the Texas floods.

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The recent news of eight-year-old Kellyanne Lytal’s passing has shaken not just the campus of Trinity University, but the entire football community in Texas and beyond. Coach Wade Lytal, known for his years of dedication to building strong, resilient young athletes, now faces a loss that transcends the boundaries of sport.

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Coach Lytal searched through the storm, holding onto hope as he scoured every flooded field, calling his daughter’s name in the relentless rain.

Details from the tragedy have struck a deep chord: Wade was seen clutching his daughter’s small pink teddy bear—one of the last remaining pieces of Kellyanne, and a symbol of a father’s undying love. “I hugged it like I was hugging Kellyanne,” he said. “I prayed for a miracle. But the miracle didn’t come, and I had to face the harshest reality of my life.”

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“I’ve coached hundreds of boys to be strong. To lose. To get up. But no one ever taught me how to live after losing my daughter,” Coach Lytal shared, his words echoing across newsrooms, locker rooms, and living rooms throughout the country.

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The Dallas Cowboys, forever connected to Trinity University through legendary alumni like Obert Logan and Jerheme Urban, have expressed their gratitude and support.
“Coach Wade Lytal’s devotion to Trinity has shaped countless young men, continuing the legacy begun by alumni who have worn both the Tigers and Cowboys uniforms. His dedication to family and football is a source of pride for us all. The Cowboys family stands with you,” read an official statement from the organization.

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Jerheme Urban, former Cowboys player and current Trinity Tigers head coach, spoke for many: “There are defeats on the field that pale in comparison to this pain. But I know Wade is strong—he taught me and so many others how to stand back up after a loss. From the Cowboys to the Trinity Tigers, we are all with the Lytal family.”

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This tragedy has united generations, reminding us that the values of love, resilience, and community outlast any final score.

As the Lytal family grieves, support pours in from teammates, students, and fans across the NFL landscape. The outpouring of condolences reminds us all that the football world is, at its core, a family.

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From the fields of Trinity University to the grand stage of the NFL, the story of Wade and Kellyanne Lytal is a testament to the enduring power of love, family, and the football brotherhood.
While no words can fill the void left by such a loss, the legacy of courage, compassion, and community that Coach Lytal embodies will continue to inspire, on and off the field.

Raiders Reunite with a Former Starter to Fortify the Offensive Line
Las Vegas, NV   The Las Vegas Raiders have brought back a familiar face in a move that screams both urgency and savvy: versatile offensive lineman Jermaine Eluemunor is returning to the Silver & Black on a one-year deal (terms not disclosed), reuniting with the franchise where he logged some of the best football of his career and immediately fortifying a position group that has been stretched thin. Eluemunor, 31, started for the Raiders from 2021–2023, showing rare position flexibility across right tackle and guard while anchoring pass protection against premier edge rushers. His technique, anchor, and ability to handle long-arm power made him a steadying force during multiple playoff pushes. After departing Vegas, Eluemunor spent time elsewhere refining his craft, but a confluence of roster needs and scheme familiarity has set the stage for a timely homecoming. For the Raiders—fighting to keep pace in a rugged AFC—this is about stability and fit. Injuries and week-to-week availability on the right side of the line have forced constant shuffling; protection packages have leaned heavily on chips and condensed splits to survive obvious passing downs. Eluemunor’s return allows the staff to plug him at RT or slide him inside at RG, restoring balance to protections and widening the run-game menu (duo, inside zone, and the toss/ pin-pull that Vegas fans love when the edge is sealed). “Jermaine knows who we are and how we want to play,” a team source said. “He brings ballast. Assignment sound, physical, and smart—he raises the floor for the entire unit.” Beyond the X’s and O’s, there’s an unmistakable emotional charge to this reunion. Eluemunor was a locker-room favorite in his previous stint—professional, detail-driven, and accountable. The belief internally is that his presence stabilizes communication on the right side (IDs, slides, and pass-off rules vs. games and simulated pressures), which in turn unlocks more vertical concepts and keeps the quarterback cleaner late in games. On social media, Raider Nation lit up the timeline with a simple refrain: “Welcome back, Jem.” Many fans called the deal the exact kind of “rival-poach, ready-to-play” move a contender makes in October: low friction, high impact, zero learning curve. What it means on the field (immediately): Pass pro: Fewer emergency chips, more five-out releases—OC can re-open deeper intermediate shots without living in max-protect. Run game: Better edge control on toss/duo; more confidence running to the right on money downs. Depth & versatility: One injury doesn’t force a cascade of position changes; Eluemunor can cover two spots with starting-level competency. The timetable? Swift. Because Eluemunor already speaks the language—terminology, splits, cadence rules—he could suit up as early as this weekend if the medicals/check-ins continue to trend positive. The message is clear: the Raiders aren’t waiting around for the line to gel—they’re engineering it. If Jermaine Eluemunor plays to his Raider résumé, this reunion could be the precise mid-season jolt that steadies the offense and keeps the Silver & Black firmly in the postseason race. Raider Nation, the question writes itself: Plug-and-play stopgap—or the catalyst that reclaims the right side