Texas Longhorns football fans have a clear message for Senator Ted Cruz: please refrain from attending Saturday’s pivotal game against the Georgia Bulldogs. This sentiment stems from a growing belief in the so-called “Cruz Curse,” a superstition suggesting that Texas sports teams tend to lose important games when the senator is present.
The “Cruz Curse” narrative has gained traction over recent years. Notably, in 2018, Cruz attended a Houston Rockets game, which resulted in a 101-92 loss. His presence at several Houston Astros games coincided with significant defeats, including a 2023 World Series loss and a division series collapse earlier this year. The Texas A&M football team also experienced a loss to Notre Dame in August 2024 with Cruz in attendance. These instances have fueled the perception that Cruz’s attendance brings misfortune to Texas teams. citeturn0news12
In response to this belief, Longhorns supporters initiated a petition on Change.org, urging Cruz to avoid all University of Texas sporting events. The petition states, “Ted Cruz is just plain bad luck. Last year, his downright sinister energy kept Texas from making it to the NCAA Football Championship, and that’s a risk we cannot take again.” As of Friday morning, the petition has garnered nearly 1,500 signatures. citeturn0search0
Fans’ concerns are heightened by recent events. Earlier this month, Cruz attended a Houston Astros playoff game against the Detroit Tigers, which the Astros lost. Additionally, he was present at the Longhorns’ College Football Playoff game earlier this year against the Washington Huskies, where Texas suffered a 37-31 defeat. citeturn0search0
The superstition has even permeated political discourse. Cruz’s opponent in the upcoming Senate election, former NFL linebacker and congressman Colin Allred, released a TV ad referencing the “#CruzCurse,” highlighting the senator’s perceived negative impact on Texas sports teams. citeturn0news12
Saturday’s matchup is critical for the Longhorns, who are ranked number one and set to host the fifth-ranked Georgia Bulldogs at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Fans are eager for a victory and hope to avoid any potential jinxes, real or perceived. citeturn0search0
While the belief in the “Cruz Curse” remains a superstition, the fervor of Longhorns fans underscores their dedication and desire to see their team succeed without any perceived hindrances.
