Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) yells as he walks to the locker room after Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) yells as he walks to the locker room after Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns' head coach Steve Sarkisian greets fans after the Texas Longhorns defeat the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns’ head coach Steve Sarkisian greets fans after the Texas Longhorns defeat the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) celebrates with Texas Longhorns fan after winning against the Ohio State Buckeyes 24-23 at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) celebrates with Texas Longhorns fan after winning against the Ohio State Buckeyes 24-23 at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns defensive end Brinley Tita (80) and wide receiver Chris Stewart (14) celebrate after Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns defensive end Brinley Tita (80) and wide receiver Chris Stewart (14) celebrate after Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) celebrates a win against the Ohio State Buckeyes 24-23 at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) celebrates a win against the Ohio State Buckeyes 24-23 at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns tight end Spencer Shannon (83) fights for yardage against the Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Payton Pierce (26) at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns tight end Spencer Shannon (83) fights for yardage against the Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Payton Pierce (26) at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns wide receiver Chris Stewart (14) celebrate after Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026. after Texas’ 23-24 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns wide receiver Chris Stewart (14) celebrate after Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026. after Texas’ 23-24 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns defensive back Jelani McDonald (4) celebrates a play in the second quarter of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns defensive back Jelani McDonald (4) celebrates a play in the second quarter of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns' quarterback Arch Manning (16) advances the ball as Ohio State Buckeyes' cornerback Jay Timmons (25) attempts to tackle, knocking off his helmet, as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns’ quarterback Arch Manning (16) advances the ball as Ohio State Buckeyes’ cornerback Jay Timmons (25) attempts to tackle, knocking off his helmet, as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) celebrates a win against the Ohio State Buckeyes 24-23 at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) celebrates a win against the Ohio State Buckeyes 24-23 at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanThe stadium is reflected in an Ohio State fan’s glasses ahead of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

The stadium is reflected in an Ohio State fan’s glasses ahead of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns running back Hollywood Smothers (2) leaps over Ohio State defense to score the game-winning touchdown in the fourth quarter go Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns running back Hollywood Smothers (2) leaps over Ohio State defense to score the game-winning touchdown in the fourth quarter go Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns' defensive end Lance Jackson (40) attempts to block the kick from Ohio State Buckeyes' kicker Connor Hawkins (96) as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns’ defensive end Lance Jackson (40) attempts to block the kick from Ohio State Buckeyes’ kicker Connor Hawkins (96) as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns tight end Emaree Winston (85) carries the ball after catching a pass in the third quarter go Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns tight end Emaree Winston (85) carries the ball after catching a pass in the third quarter go Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) looks to pass the ball against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) looks to pass the ball against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) celebrates with Texas Longhorns fans a win against the Ohio State Buckeyes 24-23 at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) celebrates with Texas Longhorns fans a win against the Ohio State Buckeyes 24-23 at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns running back Hollywood Smothers (2) leaps over tackle attempts in the fourth quarter of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns running back Hollywood Smothers (2) leaps over tackle attempts in the fourth quarter of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns' running back Hollywood Smothers (2) advances the ball as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns’ running back Hollywood Smothers (2) advances the ball as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanOhio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) sends a pass in the first quarter of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) sends a pass in the first quarter of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas fans react as the Texas Longhorns defeat the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas fans react as the Texas Longhorns defeat the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns Fans cheer on during the Longhorns’ game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns Fans cheer on during the Longhorns’ game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Football sings “The Eyes of Texas” after defeating Ohio State 24-23 at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Football sings “The Eyes of Texas” after defeating Ohio State 24-23 at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns linebacker Brad Spence (14) celebrates a play with defensive back Jelani McDonald (4) in the first quarter of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns linebacker Brad Spence (14) celebrates a play with defensive back Jelani McDonald (4) in the first quarter of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanBevo XV walks onto the field ahead of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Bevo XV walks onto the field ahead of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas defensive coordinator Will Muschamp runs onto the field ahead of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas defensive coordinator Will Muschamp runs onto the field ahead of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns defensive end Lance Jackson (40) celebrates a sack in the second quarter of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns defensive end Lance Jackson (40) celebrates a sack in the second quarter of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanA Texas fan jumps the railing to storm the field as the Texas Longhorns defeat the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

A Texas fan jumps the railing to storm the field as the Texas Longhorns defeat the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanA Texas fan dances to “Mr. Brightside” during a break in the second quarter of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

A Texas fan dances to “Mr. Brightside” during a break in the second quarter of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanOhio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) warms up ahead of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) warms up ahead of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian walks away from a post-game interview after it was delayed due to technical difficulties following Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian walks away from a post-game interview after it was delayed due to technical difficulties following Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) and offensive lineman Connor Robertson (62) share a moment ahead of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) and offensive lineman Connor Robertson (62) share a moment ahead of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanBevo enters Royal-Memorial Stadium before the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Bevo enters Royal-Memorial Stadium before the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanTexas fans wave goodbye to Ohio players after the Texas Longhorns defeated the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas fans wave goodbye to Ohio players after the Texas Longhorns defeated the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns' quarterback Arch Manning (16) greets fans before the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns’ quarterback Arch Manning (16) greets fans before the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns defensive end Lance Jackson (40) takes the field ahead of the second half of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns defensive end Lance Jackson (40) takes the field ahead of the second half of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) warms up ahead of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) warms up ahead of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns' head coach Steve Sarkisian greets fans before the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns’ head coach Steve Sarkisian greets fans before the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanBevo enters Royal-Memorial Stadium before the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Bevo enters Royal-Memorial Stadium before the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanFans wait in the heat ahead of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Fans wait in the heat ahead of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanFans wait in the heat ahead of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Fans wait in the heat ahead of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanFans wait in the heat ahead of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Fans wait in the heat ahead of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanFans wait in the heat ahead of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Fans wait in the heat ahead of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanA fan cheers as Bevo enters the stadium ahead of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

A fan cheers as Bevo enters the stadium ahead of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanFans wait in the heat ahead of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Fans wait in the heat ahead of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) is tackled by Ohio State Buckeyes defensive end Kenyatta Jackson Jr. (2) in the third quarter of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) is tackled by Ohio State Buckeyes defensive end Kenyatta Jackson Jr. (2) in the third quarter of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas cheer hypes up fans before the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas cheer hypes up fans before the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanBevo enters Royal-Memorial Stadium before the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Bevo enters Royal-Memorial Stadium before the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanFans wait in line to enter Royal-Memorial Stadium before the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Fans wait in line to enter Royal-Memorial Stadium before the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanThe Silver Spurs enter Royal-Memorial Stadium before the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

The Silver Spurs enter Royal-Memorial Stadium before the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns' defensive end Colin Simmons (1) greets fans before the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns’ defensive end Colin Simmons (1) greets fans before the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanA Texas yell leader hypes up fans before the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

A Texas yell leader hypes up fans before the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanOhio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) looks for a pass in the first quarter of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) looks for a pass in the first quarter of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanA Texas student kicks a field goal to win money for charity during the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

A Texas student kicks a field goal to win money for charity during the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) runs the ball in the first quarter of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) runs the ball in the first quarter of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns running back Hollywood Smothers (2) celebrates a first down in the second quarter of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns running back Hollywood Smothers (2) celebrates a first down in the second quarter of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns wide receiver Cam Coleman (8) goes down under a tackle from Ohio State Buckeyes cornerback Devin Sanchez (6) in the second quarter of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns wide receiver Cam Coleman (8) goes down under a tackle from Ohio State Buckeyes cornerback Devin Sanchez (6) in the second quarter of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns' running back Hollywood Smothers (2) advances the ball as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns’ running back Hollywood Smothers (2) advances the ball as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanFans cheer as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Fans cheer as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanA Texas cheerleader smiles at the crowd as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

A Texas cheerleader smiles at the crowd as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns' quarterback Arch Manning (16) looks to pass as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns’ quarterback Arch Manning (16) looks to pass as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanA Texas fan boos Ohio State as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

A Texas fan boos Ohio State as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns' wide receiver Cam Coleman (8) dives for the ball but misses the catch as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns’ wide receiver Cam Coleman (8) dives for the ball but misses the catch as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanOhio State celebrates recovering a fumble from Texas as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ohio State celebrates recovering a fumble from Texas as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns' quarterback Arch Manning (16) passes the ball as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns’ quarterback Arch Manning (16) passes the ball as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanOhio State Buckeyes' safety Jaylen McClain (8) recovers a fumble from Texas Longhorns' wide receiver Cam Coleman (8) as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ohio State Buckeyes’ safety Jaylen McClain (8) recovers a fumble from Texas Longhorns’ wide receiver Cam Coleman (8) as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns' tight end Spencer Shannon (83) dives after Texas Longhorns' defensive back Kade Phillips (8) after Phillips recovered a fumble as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns’ tight end Spencer Shannon (83) dives after Texas Longhorns’ defensive back Kade Phillips (8) after Phillips recovered a fumble as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns' running back Hollywood Smothers (2) advances the ball as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns’ running back Hollywood Smothers (2) advances the ball as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns' running back Raleek Brown (0) advances the ball as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns’ running back Raleek Brown (0) advances the ball as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns' running back Hollywood Smothers (2) advances the ball as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns’ running back Hollywood Smothers (2) advances the ball as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanTexas fans cheer as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas fans cheer as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns' defensive end Lance Jackson (40) celebrates after sacking Ohio State Buckeyes' quarterback Julian Sayin (10) as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns’ defensive end Lance Jackson (40) celebrates after sacking Ohio State Buckeyes’ quarterback Julian Sayin (10) as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns' linebacker Justin Cryer (28) celebrates a play as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns’ linebacker Justin Cryer (28) celebrates a play as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanOhio State Buckeyes running back Ja'kobi Jackson (24)) score the first touchdown in the first half against the Texas Longhorns at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ohio State Buckeyes running back Ja’kobi Jackson (24)) score the first touchdown in the first half against the Texas Longhorns at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas fans sings “Don’t Stop Believing,” in the fourth quarter go Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas fans sings “Don’t Stop Believing,” in the fourth quarter go Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns fans cheer during the Longhorns’ game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns fans cheer during the Longhorns’ game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) of the Longhorns’ drops the touchdown pass against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the first Half at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) of the Longhorns’ drops the touchdown pass against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the first Half at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) is sacked by Ohio State Buckeyes defensive end Kenyatta Jackson Jr. (2) in the first half at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) is sacked by Ohio State Buckeyes defensive end Kenyatta Jackson Jr. (2) in the first half at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) of the Longhorns’ drops the touchdown pass against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the first Half at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) of the Longhorns’ drops the touchdown pass against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the first Half at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns kicker Gianni Spetic (44) score the first points for Texas Longhorns in the first half of the game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns kicker Gianni Spetic (44) score the first points for Texas Longhorns in the first half of the game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns Fans cheer on during the Longhorns’ game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns Fans cheer on during the Longhorns’ game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns Fans cheer on during the Longhorns’ game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns Fans cheer on during the Longhorns’ game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanPregame of the Longhorns’ game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Pregame of the Longhorns’ game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) hands the ball of to Texas Longhorns running back Hollywood Smothers (2) in the first half against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) hands the ball of to Texas Longhorns running back Hollywood Smothers (2) in the first half against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) calls out plays against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) calls out plays against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) passes against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the first half at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) passes against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the first half at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns running back Hollywood Smothers (2) looks for room to run against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns running back Hollywood Smothers (2) looks for room to run against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns running back Raleek Brown (0) looks for room to run against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns running back Raleek Brown (0) looks for room to run against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns linebacker Rasheem Biles makes a tackle against Ohio State Buckeyes tight end Mason Williams (86) in the first half game against at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns linebacker Rasheem Biles makes a tackle against Ohio State Buckeyes tight end Mason Williams (86) in the first half game against at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns linebacker Brad Spence (14) tries to make a tackle against Ohio State Buckeyes running back Bo Jackson (25) in the first half at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns linebacker Brad Spence (14) tries to make a tackle against Ohio State Buckeyes running back Bo Jackson (25) in the first half at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns linebacker Rasheem Biles tries to make a tackle against Ohio State Buckeyes tight end Mason Williams (86) in the first half game against at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns linebacker Rasheem Biles tries to make a tackle against Ohio State Buckeyes tight end Mason Williams (86) in the first half game against at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) hands the ball of to Texas Longhorns running back Hollywood Smothers (2) in the first half against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) hands the ball of to Texas Longhorns running back Hollywood Smothers (2) in the first half against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns fans cheer on the Longhorns against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns fans cheer on the Longhorns against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas fans react as the Texas Longhorns defeat the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas fans react as the Texas Longhorns defeat the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns' quarterback Arch Manning (16) passes down the field as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns’ quarterback Arch Manning (16) passes down the field as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns' wide receiver Emmett Mosley V. (3) celebrates a play as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns’ wide receiver Emmett Mosley V. (3) celebrates a play as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns' linebacker Brad Spence (14) reacts to Ohio missing the field goal as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns’ linebacker Brad Spence (14) reacts to Ohio missing the field goal as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanTexas cheer hypes up the crowd as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas cheer hypes up the crowd as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanOhio defenders reach for a fumble, which was retrieved by Texas Longhorns' wide receiver Emmett Mosley V. (3) as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ohio defenders reach for a fumble, which was retrieved by Texas Longhorns’ wide receiver Emmett Mosley V. (3) as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns' tight end Spencer Shannon (83) advances the ball as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns’ tight end Spencer Shannon (83) advances the ball as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns' wide receiver Emmett Mosley V. (3) advances the ball as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns’ wide receiver Emmett Mosley V. (3) advances the ball as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns' tight end Nick Townsend (81) reacts to an injury as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns’ tight end Nick Townsend (81) reacts to an injury as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Mascot “Hook ‘Em” watches the flyover ahead of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Mascot “Hook ‘Em” watches the flyover ahead of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns running back Hollywood Smothers (2) dives while carrying the ball in the second quarter of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns running back Hollywood Smothers (2) dives while carrying the ball in the second quarter of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas warms up ahead of the second half of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas warms up ahead of the second half of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanA Texas Cheerleader puts his “Horns Up” at the beginning of the third quarter during Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

A Texas Cheerleader puts his “Horns Up” at the beginning of the third quarter during Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns running back Hollywood Smothers (2) carries the ball in the third quarter go Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns running back Hollywood Smothers (2) carries the ball in the third quarter go Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns offensive lineman Dylan Sikorski (56) reaches for a fumbled ball in the fourth quarter go Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns offensive lineman Dylan Sikorski (56) reaches for a fumbled ball in the fourth quarter go Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas fans sings “Don’t Stop Believing” in the fourth quarter go Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas fans sings “Don’t Stop Believing” in the fourth quarter go Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas fans sings “Don’t Stop Believing” in the fourth quarter go Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas fans sings “Don’t Stop Believing” in the fourth quarter go Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns wide receiver Emmett Mosley V. (3) carries the ball in the fourth quarter go Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns wide receiver Emmett Mosley V. (3) carries the ball in the fourth quarter go Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanA football fan wears a watermelon on his head ahead of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

A football fan wears a watermelon on his head ahead of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanThe Texas defense stop Ohio State Buckeyes running back Bo Jackson (25) in the third quarter of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

The Texas defense stop Ohio State Buckeyes running back Bo Jackson (25) in the third quarter of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanOhio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) hands the ball off to Ohio State Buckeyes running back Bo Jackson (25) in the third quarter of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) hands the ball off to Ohio State Buckeyes running back Bo Jackson (25) in the third quarter of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns tight end Emaree Winston (85) carries the ball after catching a pass in the third quarter of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns tight end Emaree Winston (85) carries the ball after catching a pass in the third quarter of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) carries the ball as Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Christian Alliegro (14) arrives to defend in the third quarter of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) carries the ball as Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Christian Alliegro (14) arrives to defend in the third quarter of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) runs the ball while fending off a tackle from Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Payton Pierce (26) in the third quarter of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) runs the ball while fending off a tackle from Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Payton Pierce (26) in the third quarter of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanThe Texas defense bring down Ohio State Buckeyes running back Bo Jackson (25) in the fourth quarter of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

The Texas defense bring down Ohio State Buckeyes running back Bo Jackson (25) in the fourth quarter of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns wide receiver Emmett Mosley V. (3) runs the ball after catching a pass in the fourth quarter of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns wide receiver Emmett Mosley V. (3) runs the ball after catching a pass in the fourth quarter of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) throws a pass in the third quarter of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) throws a pass in the third quarter of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanA Texas fan cheers in the fourth quarter of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

A Texas fan cheers in the fourth quarter of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns running back Hollywood Smothers (2) leaps over tackle attempts in the fourth quarter of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns running back Hollywood Smothers (2) leaps over tackle attempts in the fourth quarter of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns defensive back Kade Phillips (8) tackles Ohio State Buckeyes running back Bo Jackson (25) in the third quarter of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns defensive back Kade Phillips (8) tackles Ohio State Buckeyes running back Bo Jackson (25) in the third quarter of Texas’ 24-23 win over Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns linebacker Rasheem Biles makes a tackle against Ohio State Buckeyes tight end Mason Williams (86) in the first half game against at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns linebacker Rasheem Biles makes a tackle against Ohio State Buckeyes tight end Mason Williams (86) in the first half game against at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) is sacked by Ohio State Buckeyes defensive end Kenyatta Jackson Jr. (2) in the first half at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) is sacked by Ohio State Buckeyes defensive end Kenyatta Jackson Jr. (2) in the first half at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns linebacker Brad Spence (14) tries to make a tackle against Ohio State Buckeyes running back Bo Jackson (25) in the first half at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns linebacker Brad Spence (14) tries to make a tackle against Ohio State Buckeyes running back Bo Jackson (25) in the first half at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) of the Longhorns’ drops the touchdown pass against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the first Half at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) of the Longhorns’ drops the touchdown pass against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the first Half at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns kicker Gianni Spetic (44) score the first points for Texas Longhorns in the first half of the game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns kicker Gianni Spetic (44) score the first points for Texas Longhorns in the first half of the game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanOhio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) pulls the ball in for an catch against Texas Longhorns in the first half at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) pulls the ball in for an catch against Texas Longhorns in the first half at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns running back Raleek Brown (0) looks for room to run against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns running back Raleek Brown (0) looks for room to run against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns running back Hollywood Smothers (2) looks for room to run against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns running back Hollywood Smothers (2) looks for room to run against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) celebrates a touchdown late in the fourth quarter against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026. Texas Longhorns win over Ohio State Buckeyes 24-23

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) celebrates a touchdown late in the fourth quarter against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026. Texas Longhorns win over Ohio State Buckeyes 24-23

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns kicker Gianni Spetic (44) kicks the winning score against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026. Texas Longhorns wins over Ohio State Buckeyes

Texas Longhorns kicker Gianni Spetic (44) kicks the winning score against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026. Texas Longhorns wins over Ohio State Buckeyes

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns running back Raleek Brown (0) fights for yardage in the second half against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns running back Raleek Brown (0) fights for yardage in the second half against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns linebacker Brad Spence (14) celebrates a three and out in the second half against the Ohio State Buckeyes offense at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns linebacker Brad Spence (14) celebrates a three and out in the second half against the Ohio State Buckeyes offense at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns tight end Emaree Winston (85) fights for yardage against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns tight end Emaree Winston (85) fights for yardage against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns linebacker Rasheem Biles makes a tackle against Ohio State Buckeyes tight end Mason Williams (86) in the first half game against at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns linebacker Rasheem Biles makes a tackle against Ohio State Buckeyes tight end Mason Williams (86) in the first half game against at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) is sacked by Ohio State Buckeyes defensive end Kenyatta Jackson Jr. (2) in the first half at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) is sacked by Ohio State Buckeyes defensive end Kenyatta Jackson Jr. (2) in the first half at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns linebacker Brad Spence (14) tries to make a tackle against Ohio State Buckeyes running back Bo Jackson (25) in the first half at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns linebacker Brad Spence (14) tries to make a tackle against Ohio State Buckeyes running back Bo Jackson (25) in the first half at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) of the Longhorns’ drops the touchdown pass against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the first Half at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) of the Longhorns’ drops the touchdown pass against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the first Half at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns Fans cheer on during the Longhorns’ game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns Fans cheer on during the Longhorns’ game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanOhio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) pulls the ball in for an catch against Texas Longhorns in the first half at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) pulls the ball in for an catch against Texas Longhorns in the first half at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns kicker Gianni Spetic (44) score the first points for Texas Longhorns in the first half of the game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns kicker Gianni Spetic (44) score the first points for Texas Longhorns in the first half of the game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns running back Hollywood Smothers (2) looks for room to run against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns running back Hollywood Smothers (2) looks for room to run against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns running back Raleek Brown (0) looks for room to run against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns running back Raleek Brown (0) looks for room to run against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) celebrates a touchdown late in the fourth quarter against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026. Texas Longhorns win over Ohio State Buckeyes 24-23

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) celebrates a touchdown late in the fourth quarter against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026. Texas Longhorns win over Ohio State Buckeyes 24-23

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns kicker Gianni Spetic (44) kicks the winning score against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026. Texas Longhorns wins over Ohio State Buckeyes

Texas Longhorns kicker Gianni Spetic (44) kicks the winning score against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026. Texas Longhorns wins over Ohio State Buckeyes

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns tight end Spencer Shannon (83) fights for yardage against the Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Payton Pierce (26) at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns tight end Spencer Shannon (83) fights for yardage against the Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Payton Pierce (26) at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) celebrates with Texas Longhorns fans a win against the Ohio State Buckeyes 24-23 at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) celebrates with Texas Longhorns fans a win against the Ohio State Buckeyes 24-23 at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) celebrates a win against the Ohio State Buckeyes 24-23 at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) celebrates a win against the Ohio State Buckeyes 24-23 at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) celebrates a win against the Ohio State Buckeyes 24-23 at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) celebrates a win against the Ohio State Buckeyes 24-23 at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) looks to pass the ball against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) looks to pass the ball against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns linebacker Brad Spence (14) celebrates a three and out in the second half against the Ohio State Buckeyes offense at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns linebacker Brad Spence (14) celebrates a three and out in the second half against the Ohio State Buckeyes offense at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns tight end Emaree Winston (85) fights for yardage against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns tight end Emaree Winston (85) fights for yardage against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns running back Raleek Brown (0) fights for yardage in the second half against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns running back Raleek Brown (0) fights for yardage in the second half against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

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Down 23-3 in the fourth quarter. Twenty-one unanswered points — against the No. 1 team in the country. A Heisman Trophy campaign that roared back to life. The return of Texas football‘s running game, redemption for a quarterback and a program, and a huge win over the Buckeyes that has Texas in place to possibly become the new No. 1 team in the country.

Saturday night’s 24-23 thriller had it all.

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Texas Longhorns' tight end Spencer Shannon (83) dives after Texas Longhorns' defensive back Kade Phillips (8) after Phillips recovered a fumble as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns’ tight end Spencer Shannon (83) dives after Texas Longhorns’ defensive back Kade Phillips (8) after Phillips recovered a fumble as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanActors Woody Harrelson and Matthew McConaughey attend the Texas Longhorns game against Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Actors Woody Harrelson and Matthew McConaughey attend the Texas Longhorns game against Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanGlen Powell attends the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes game at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Glen Powell attends the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes game at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanMack Brown greets fans as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mack Brown greets fans as the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes face off at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Mikala Compton/Austin American-StatesmanGlen Powell attends the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes game at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Glen Powell attends the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes game at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

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As bad as Texas’ start was, as bad as things looked at halftime and the third quarter, as unlucky and plodding as the Longhorns looked, all that turned around in the fourth quarter. After surviving what was probably the worst first period of the Steve Sarkisian era, No. 4 Texas produced perhaps the biggest regular-season win ever at Royal-Memorial Stadium.

Here are some observations we saw from Saturday’s win:

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Here are some observations we saw from Saturday’s win:

Texas Longhorns running back Raleek Brown (0) looks for room to run against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns running back Raleek Brown (0) looks for room to run against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

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Arch Manning etches his name into Texas football history

Texas entered the fourth quarter trailing by 20 points, but pulled off the biggest comeback in program history. Manning has secured his spot in Longhorns lore after ending the game with just 196 yards passing but calmly executing a fourth-quarter rally. It was the third fourth-quarter comeback with Texas trailing in his career.

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It also was the biggest comeback in Sarkisian’s career, too.

For the night, Manning was 23 of 37 for 196 yards, one touchdown and one interception. He completed 62% of his passes.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) passes the ball in the second quarter of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) passes the ball in the second quarter of the game between Texas Football and Ohio State at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

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Comeback win could key Texas’ run to No. 1

Texas has the talent. Now, the Longhorns showed their toughness. It’s the type of win that can key a run to the College Football Playoff. And it will certainly get Texas some first-place votes in Monday’s poll. The Longhorns never panicked, to the credit of Sarkisian and his team.

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Who’s No. 1? Here’s how the top five teams fared Saturday:

No. 1 Ohio State lost to No. 4 Texas 24-23

No. 2 Georgia beat Western Kentucky 70-20

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No. 3 Notre Dame beat Rice 52-0

No. 4 Texas beat No. 1 Ohio State 24-23

No. 5 Indiana beat Howard 55-0

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) pulls the ball in for an catch against Texas Longhorns in the first half at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) pulls the ball in for an catch against Texas Longhorns in the first half at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin, Sept. 12, 2026.

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Jeremiah Smith looks like the best receiver in the game

Give former Texas defensive coordinator Pete Kwiatkowski credit: His units had some issues, but he knew how to slow down Ohio State All-American Jeremiah Smith. New defensive coordinator Will Muschamp couldn’t figure it out; after Smith totaled seven catches for 46 yards in two previous games against Texas, he exploded for 164 yards and a touchdown on eight catches Saturday.

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While Texas receivers Cam Coleman and Ryan Wingo struggled with drops, Smith proved himself the best receiver on the field.

Next up for Texas: UTSA

7 p.m. next Saturday at Royal-Memorial Stadium. It’s an SEC Network+ game.

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