College football surges in Texas

DALLAS (KDAF) — College football interest in Texas has surged by 111.26% over the past year, making it one of the fastest-growing sports in the state.

Searches for college football in Texas increased from 335,430 per month in the first quarter of 2024 to 708,640 per month in the first quarter of 2025, according to a study by Esport Stars.

The study by Esport Stars analyzed Google search data to determine the fastest-growing sports across the United States. College football emerged as the fastest-growing sport in 46 out of 50 states.

Texas, known for its rich college football culture and home to NCAA Division One teams like the Texas Longhorns, showed one of the largest spikes in search interest nationwide.

The increase in search interest reflects a broader trend across seven states where college football searches grew by more than 100%.

Top 10 states with the highest percentage increases for their number one sport

Rank	State	Sport	% Increase
1	Indiana	College football	137.51%
2	Iowa	College football	127.17%
3	Utah	Hockey	124.34%
4	Vermont	College football	117.12%
5	Pennsylvania	College football	115.36%
6	New Mexico	College football	114.43%
7	Texas	College football	111.26%
8	Rhode Island	College football	110.73%
9	New York	College football	109.17%
10	Arizona	College football	107.92%

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