TCU Athletics reinstated the media credentials for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram on September 4, ending a nearly two-week suspension. This action followed the newspaper's coverage of a locker room incident that involved Jacob Fields and Dozie Noble Ezukanma, who suffered a brain bleed, leading to Fields being charged with aggravated assault.
Despite the suspension, the Star-Telegram continued to report on the situation. TCU Athletics emphasized its intention to move forward and recognized the newspaper's importance as an independent news outlet in the community.
The start of TCU's season was difficult, with the team losing its first game against North Carolina 15-10 in Ireland. The Horned Frogs are set to play Grambling State on September 12.
The decision to revoke the Star-Telegram's credentials was reportedly connected to threats made against Ezukanma, although the newspaper indicated it did not disclose his identity following the incident. With the credentials restored, the Star-Telegram will regain full access to media areas at TCU games.
