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Fort Worth Star-Telegram's Media Credentials Restored by TCU Football

TCU football has reinstated the Fort Worth Star-Telegram's media credentials after a suspension.

Zane Pennington

September 6, 20261 min read

TCU football reinstated the media credentials for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram on September 4 after a suspension that lasted nearly two weeks. This action came after the newspaper covered a locker room incident involving Jacob Fields, who faces charges of aggravated assault following an incident that left Dozie Noble Ezukanma with a brain bleed.

Despite the credential suspension, the Star-Telegram continued its reporting on the situation. TCU Athletics released a statement emphasizing its commitment to progress and recognizing the newspaper's importance as an independent news source in the community. The Horned Frogs began their season with a loss against North Carolina, finishing 15-10 in Ireland, and are set to compete against Grambling State on September 12.

The decision to revoke the Star-Telegram's credentials was reportedly associated with threats made against Ezukanma, although the newspaper clarified that it did not disclose his identity following the incident. With the credentials now restored, the Star-Telegram will regain full access to media areas during TCU games.

Source: usatoday.com.

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https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/ncaaf/big12/2026/09/04/tcu-football-reinstates-fort-worth-star-telegram-credential-jacob-fields/91615926007/

https://fortworthweekly.news/article/fort-worth-sports-91615926007

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Zane Pennington

Zane Pennington covers Aubrey high school and area college sports.

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