The Sun Belt Conference, Cox Sports Television (CST) and Comcast Sports Southeast (CSS) today announced a one year extension of the Sun Belt Network – a partnership of the league and the two regional sports networks that has been in place since 2008.

The Sun Belt Conference unveiled its new logo and brand today which comes after a nearly yearlong examination of the impact, sustainability and core values associated with the Sun Belt Conference.

Texas State University president Denise M. Trauth and athletic director Larry Teis announced Thursday that head football coach Dennis Franchione has agreed to a new five-year contract with the university.

Defensive back Don Jones of Arkansas State has been taken by the Miami Dolphins in the seventh round of the NFL draft.

Former FIU defensive end Tourek Williams became the second Panther drafted in 2013 with his sixth round selection, 179th overall, to the San Diego Chargers.

Former WKU defensive end Quanterus Smith was selected by the Denver Broncos with the No.146 overall pick in the fifth round of the 2013 NFL Draft Saturday afternoon, making him the 28th drafted player in WKU football history.

Former FIU safety Johnathan Cyprien became the Panthers highest drafted football player Thursday night as he was selected by the Jacksonville Jaguars with the first pick, 33rd overall, in the second round.