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Texas Longhorns, ranked No. 1, are embracing an underdog mentality for the 2025 season, with quarterback Arch Manning stating they aim to target others rather than being the hunted, as they prepare to face Ohio State in their opener.
LSU's women's basketball team, led by coach Kim Mulkey, is embracing the underdog role in the NCAA tournament despite being a heavy favorite at the start of the season. The team is focused on the Sweet 16 and not distracted by outside noise, including rumors about Mulkey. Players are using the underdog mentality as motivation and drawing inspiration from past champions like Michael Jordan.
Deion Sanders remains positive and motivated despite Colorado's loss to Oregon, emphasizing the team's work ethic and determination heading into their upcoming game against USC. Sanders sees the loss as an opportunity to embrace the underdog role and is grateful for the support from the community. Despite being considered underdogs against USC, Sanders believes his team can pull off an upset with the right mindset.
Miami Heat's Jimmy Butler arrived at the Ball Arena in Denver wearing a black T-shirt with "Four more" written on the back, signifying the four wins needed to be crowned NBA champions. Butler has been named to six All-Star teams and five All-NBA teams during his 11-year career but has yet to win a championship. The Heat, who have embraced the underdog mentality, will face the favored Denver Nuggets in the NBA Finals.