Texas football resuscitated its College Football Playoff dreams on Friday night with a decisive 27-17 victory over previously unbeaten Texas A&M. 

Then Longhorns fans watched as results on Saturday made a third consecutive trip to the CFP look increasingly unlikely. Of the 10 teams ranked directly in front of the No. 16 Longhorns, the only one to suffer a loss was No. 15 Michigan. 

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The Texas Longhorns hoist the trophy to celebrate winning the Lone Star Showdown 27-17 over the Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

The Texas Longhorns hoist the trophy to celebrate winning the Lone Star Showdown 27-17 over the Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian celebrates a interception late in the 4th quarter against Texas A&M Aggies offense in an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian celebrates a interception late in the 4th quarter against Texas A&M Aggies offense in an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) catches a pass from Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) to score a touchdown in the third quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) catches a pass from Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) to score a touchdown in the third quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns linebacker Ty'Anthony Smith (26) signals the “thumbs down” to celebrate winning the Lone Star Showdown 27-17 over the Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns linebacker Ty’Anthony Smith (26) signals the “thumbs down” to celebrate winning the Lone Star Showdown 27-17 over the Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) celebrates scoring a touchdown in the third quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) celebrates scoring a touchdown in the third quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns linebacker Ethan Burke (91) brings down Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) in the fourth quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Texas Longhorns linebacker Ethan Burke (91) brings down Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) in the fourth quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns against Texas A&M Aggies during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns against Texas A&M Aggies during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) dodges Texas A&M Aggies safety Dalton Brooks (25) to run the ball in for a touchdown in the fourth quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) dodges Texas A&M Aggies safety Dalton Brooks (25) to run the ball in for a touchdown in the fourth quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanA Texas A&M fan holds up the horns down sign ahead of the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

A Texas A&M fan holds up the horns down sign ahead of the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) celebrates a win over Texas A&M Aggies 27-17 during the NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) celebrates a win over Texas A&M Aggies 27-17 during the NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns wide receiver Emmett Mosley V (3) misses a reception as Texas A&M Aggies cornerback Will Lee III (4) defends during the second quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns wide receiver Emmett Mosley V (3) misses a reception as Texas A&M Aggies cornerback Will Lee III (4) defends during the second quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns defensive back Malik Muhammad (5) tackles Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Mario Craver (1) during the first quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns defensive back Malik Muhammad (5) tackles Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Mario Craver (1) during the first quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) carries the ball during the second quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) carries the ball during the second quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns fan Hunter Durbin holds up a sign mocking Texas A&M mascot Reveille not being allowed into the Lone Star Showdown at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns fan Hunter Durbin holds up a sign mocking Texas A&M mascot Reveille not being allowed into the Lone Star Showdown at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian puts his “Horns Up” while entering the stadium ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian puts his “Horns Up” while entering the stadium ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns defensive end Ethan Burke (91) tries to make a tackle against Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Mario Craver (1) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns defensive end Ethan Burke (91) tries to make a tackle against Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Mario Craver (1) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns tight end Jack Endries (88) runs from Texas A&M Aggies safety Marcus Ratcliffe (3)during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns tight end Jack Endries (88) runs from Texas A&M Aggies safety Marcus Ratcliffe (3)during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns defensive back Warren Roberson (24) and linebacker Liona Lefau (18) bring down Texas A&M Aggies tight end Theo Melin Öhrström (17) during the second quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns defensive back Warren Roberson (24) and linebacker Liona Lefau (18) bring down Texas A&M Aggies tight end Theo Melin Öhrström (17) during the second quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) catches a pass from Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) to score a touchdown in the third quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) catches a pass from Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) to score a touchdown in the third quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) navigates a sea of fans and media heading into the stadium ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) navigates a sea of fans and media heading into the stadium ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanThe Budweiser Clydesdales march into the stadium with Bevo ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

The Budweiser Clydesdales march into the stadium with Bevo ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns defensive back Michael Taaffe (16) embraces Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian as the Texas Longhorns seniors are honored ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Texas Longhorns defensive back Michael Taaffe (16) embraces Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian as the Texas Longhorns seniors are honored ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns linebacker Anthony Hill Jr. (0) watches his teammates warm up from the sidelines ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns linebacker Anthony Hill Jr. (0) watches his teammates warm up from the sidelines ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns defensive back Michael Taaffe (16) high-fives fans while heading into the stadium ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns defensive back Michael Taaffe (16) high-fives fans while heading into the stadium ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas, Texas A&M and Thanksgiving fans mingle while waiting for Bevo ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas, Texas A&M and Thanksgiving fans mingle while waiting for Bevo ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns running back Quintrevion Wisner (5) is tackled during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns running back Quintrevion Wisner (5) is tackled during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns offensive lineman Trevor Goosby (74) hoists the trophy for his team to celebrate winning the Lone Star Showdown 27-17 over the Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns offensive lineman Trevor Goosby (74) hoists the trophy for his team to celebrate winning the Lone Star Showdown 27-17 over the Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanPatrick and Brooks, 3, Whittington wait to see Bevo enter the stadium ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Patrick and Brooks, 3, Whittington wait to see Bevo enter the stadium ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian enters the stadium ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian enters the stadium ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian enters the stadium ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian enters the stadium ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-Statesmanahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns wide receiver Parker Livingstone (13) heads into the stadium ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns wide receiver Parker Livingstone (13) heads into the stadium ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanBevo XV makes his way into Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium during before the start of an NCAA college football game against Texas A&M Aggies in Austin, Texas, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025.

Bevo XV makes his way into Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium during before the start of an NCAA college football game against Texas A&M Aggies in Austin, Texas, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns fans make their way into Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium to cheer for the Texas Longhorns in an NCAA college football game against Texas A&M Aggies in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns fans make their way into Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium to cheer for the Texas Longhorns in an NCAA college football game against Texas A&M Aggies in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanBevo XV makes his way into Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium during before the start of an NCAA college football game against Texas A&M Aggies in Austin, Texas, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025.

Bevo XV makes his way into Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium during before the start of an NCAA college football game against Texas A&M Aggies in Austin, Texas, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanCoca Cola clydesdale horses make an appearance before an NCAA college football game for theTexas Longhorns and the Texas A&M Aggies in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Coca Cola clydesdale horses make an appearance before an NCAA college football game for theTexas Longhorns and the Texas A&M Aggies in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanBevo XV makes his way into Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium during before the start of an NCAA college football game against Texas A&M Aggies in Austin, Texas, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025.

Bevo XV makes his way into Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium during before the start of an NCAA college football game against Texas A&M Aggies in Austin, Texas, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian makes his way into Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium to compete in an NCAA college football game Texas A&M Aggies in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian makes his way into Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium to compete in an NCAA college football game Texas A&M Aggies in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian celebrates a interception late in the 4th quarter against Texas A&M Aggies offense in an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian celebrates a interception late in the 4th quarter against Texas A&M Aggies offense in an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanThe Texas Longhorns take the field ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

The Texas Longhorns take the field ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanThe Texas Longhorns take the field ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

The Texas Longhorns take the field ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) makes his way into Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium to compete in an NCAA college football game against Texas A&M Aggies in Austin, Texas, Saturday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) makes his way into Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium to compete in an NCAA college football game against Texas A&M Aggies in Austin, Texas, Saturday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns Hook’em cheer on the fans against Texas A&M Aggies during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns Hook’em cheer on the fans against Texas A&M Aggies during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns linebacker Anthony Hill Jr. (0) watches his teammates warm up from the sidelines ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns linebacker Anthony Hill Jr. (0) watches his teammates warm up from the sidelines ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanA young Texas fan holds a football, hoping for autographs, ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

A young Texas fan holds a football, hoping for autographs, ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas A&M Aggies tight end Theo Melin Öhrström (17) leads team mates onto the field for warmups ahead of the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas A&M Aggies tight end Theo Melin Öhrström (17) leads team mates onto the field for warmups ahead of the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns defensive end Lance Jackson (40) and Texas Longhorns defensive end Ethan Burke (91) celebrate a third down stop against Texas A&M Aggies during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns defensive end Lance Jackson (40) and Texas Longhorns defensive end Ethan Burke (91) celebrate a third down stop against Texas A&M Aggies during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) throws passes during warmups ahead of the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) throws passes during warmups ahead of the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns wide receiver Emmett Mosley V (3) celebrates a first down during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Texas A&M Aggies in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns wide receiver Emmett Mosley V (3) celebrates a first down during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Texas A&M Aggies in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns defensive end Lance Jackson (40) tries to make a play against Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns defensive end Lance Jackson (40) tries to make a play against Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns defensive tackle Travis Shaw (44) reacts to a false start against Texas A&M Aggies during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns defensive tackle Travis Shaw (44) reacts to a false start against Texas A&M Aggies during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns defensive end Colin Simmons (1) tries to sack Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns defensive end Colin Simmons (1) tries to sack Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns defense tackles Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns defense tackles Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns wide receiver Parker Livingstone (13) drops the ball against Texas A&M Aggies cornerback Dezz Ricks (2) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns wide receiver Parker Livingstone (13) drops the ball against Texas A&M Aggies cornerback Dezz Ricks (2) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas A&M Aggies defense breaks up the pass for Texas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1)during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas A&M Aggies defense breaks up the pass for Texas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1)during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-Statesmanduring the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanThe ball slips through the hands of Texas Longhorns wide receiver Deandre Moore Jr. (0) during the first quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

The ball slips through the hands of Texas Longhorns wide receiver Deandre Moore Jr. (0) during the first quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) slots a pass during the first quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) slots a pass during the first quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas A&M Aggies head coach Mike Elko walks the field ahead of the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas A&M Aggies head coach Mike Elko walks the field ahead of the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns defensive back Warren Roberson (24) celebrates a defensive play with his teammates during the first quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns defensive back Warren Roberson (24) celebrates a defensive play with his teammates during the first quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian winces during the first quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian winces during the first quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns defensive back Malik Muhammad (5) goes to tackle Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Mario Craver (1) during the first quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns defensive back Malik Muhammad (5) goes to tackle Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Mario Craver (1) during the first quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns running back Quintrevion Wisner (5) is brought down by Texas A&M Aggies defense during the first quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns running back Quintrevion Wisner (5) is brought down by Texas A&M Aggies defense during the first quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns running back Quintrevion Wisner (5) runs the ball during the first quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns running back Quintrevion Wisner (5) runs the ball during the first quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) gets medical help during the first quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) gets medical help during the first quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) goes down under Texas A&M Aggies defense during the first quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) goes down under Texas A&M Aggies defense during the first quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns defensive back Michael Taaffe (16) and linebacker Liona Lefau (18) bring down Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) during the first quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns defensive back Michael Taaffe (16) and linebacker Liona Lefau (18) bring down Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) during the first quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns linebacker Ethan Burke (91) grabs the shirt of Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver KC Concepcion (7) during the second quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns linebacker Ethan Burke (91) grabs the shirt of Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver KC Concepcion (7) during the second quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas A&M Aggies wide receiver Ashton Bethel-Roman (3) misses a catch during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Ashton Bethel-Roman (3) misses a catch during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas A&M Aggies wide receiver Ashton Bethel-Roman (3) misses a catch during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Ashton Bethel-Roman (3) misses a catch during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) throws a pass during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) throws a pass during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) throws.a pass during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) throws.a pass during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) throws a pass during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) throws a pass during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns fans hold up cell phone lights during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns fans hold up cell phone lights during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) runs the ball during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) runs the ball during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas A&M Aggies wide receiver KC Concepcion (7) runs the ball during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver KC Concepcion (7) runs the ball during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTrainers check on injured Texas Longhorns defensive back Malik Muhammad (5) during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Trainers check on injured Texas Longhorns defensive back Malik Muhammad (5) during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns tight end Jack Endries (88) celebrates a first down in the third quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Texas Longhorns tight end Jack Endries (88) celebrates a first down in the third quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) runs the ball during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) runs the ball during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas A&M Aggies running back Rueben Owens II (4) runs the ball during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas A&M Aggies running back Rueben Owens II (4) runs the ball during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas students cheer as Texas pulls away from Texas A&M Aggies in the fourth quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Texas students cheer as Texas pulls away from Texas A&M Aggies in the fourth quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanA trainer checks on injured Texas Longhorns linebacker Trey Moore (8) during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

A trainer checks on injured Texas Longhorns linebacker Trey Moore (8) during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas A&M Aggies place kicker Jared Zirkel (99) lines up a field goal during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas A&M Aggies place kicker Jared Zirkel (99) lines up a field goal during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas A&M Aggies wide receiver KC Concepcion (7) runs the ball during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver KC Concepcion (7) runs the ball during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns linebacker Ethan Burke (91) grabs the shirt of Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver KC Concepcion (7) during the Lone Star Showdown at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns linebacker Ethan Burke (91) grabs the shirt of Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver KC Concepcion (7) during the Lone Star Showdown at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas A&M Aggies wide receiver KC Concepcion (7) breaks tackled during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver KC Concepcion (7) breaks tackled during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) is tackled during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) is tackled during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns defensive back Wardell Mack (27) makes a tackle against Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver KC Concepcion (7) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns defensive back Wardell Mack (27) makes a tackle against Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver KC Concepcion (7) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) looks for room to run against Texas A&M Aggies defense during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) looks for room to run against Texas A&M Aggies defense during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) looks too pass the ball against Texas Longhorns defense during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) looks too pass the ball against Texas Longhorns defense during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) passes the ball against Texas A&M Aggies defense during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) passes the ball against Texas A&M Aggies defense during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns running back Quintrevion Wisner (5) looks for room to run against Texas A&M Aggies defense during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns running back Quintrevion Wisner (5) looks for room to run against Texas A&M Aggies defense during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanBevo XV makes his way into Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium against Texas A&M Aggies during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Bevo XV makes his way into Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium against Texas A&M Aggies during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) looks for room to run against Texas A&M Aggies defense during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) looks for room to run against Texas A&M Aggies defense during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) slips while running the ball during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) slips while running the ball during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) runs the ball in for a touchdown in the fourth quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) runs the ball in for a touchdown in the fourth quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanThe Texas A&M Aggies take the field ahead of the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

The Texas A&M Aggies take the field ahead of the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas A&M Aggies wide receiver Terry Bussey (2) catches a pass during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Terry Bussey (2) catches a pass during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas A&M Aggies wide receiver Ashton Bethel-Roman (3) is tackled by Texas Longhorns defensive back Warren Roberson (24) during the Lone Star Showdown at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Ashton Bethel-Roman (3) is tackled by Texas Longhorns defensive back Warren Roberson (24) during the Lone Star Showdown at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns tight end Jack Endries (88) runs from Texas A&M Aggies safety Marcus Ratcliffe (3)during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns tight end Jack Endries (88) runs from Texas A&M Aggies safety Marcus Ratcliffe (3)during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas A&M Aggies wide receiver Ashton Bethel-Roman (3) runs the ball during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Ashton Bethel-Roman (3) runs the ball during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns defensive back Kobe Black (6) intercepts a pass intended for Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Mario Craver (1) during the Lone Star Showdown at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns defensive back Kobe Black (6) intercepts a pass intended for Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Mario Craver (1) during the Lone Star Showdown at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns defensive back Kobe Black (6) intercepts a pass intended for Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Mario Craver (1) during the Lone Star Showdown at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns defensive back Kobe Black (6) intercepts a pass intended for Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Mario Craver (1) during the Lone Star Showdown at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian yells at players after a three and out during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian yells at players after a three and out during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns defensive back Michael Taaffe (16) celebrates an interception during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns defensive back Michael Taaffe (16) celebrates an interception during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas A&M Aggies tight end Theo Melin Öhrström (17) catches a pass during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas A&M Aggies tight end Theo Melin Öhrström (17) catches a pass during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) celebrates after the win over Texas A&M in the Lone Star Showdown at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) celebrates after the win over Texas A&M in the Lone Star Showdown at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas A&M Aggies wide receiver Mario Craver (1) leaves the field after the loss to Texas in the Lone Star Showdown at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Mario Craver (1) leaves the field after the loss to Texas in the Lone Star Showdown at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) and wide receiver KC Concepcion (7) leave the field after the loss to Texas in the Lone Star Showdown at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) and wide receiver KC Concepcion (7) leave the field after the loss to Texas in the Lone Star Showdown at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns offensive lineman Brandon Baker (73) holds the trophy to celebrate winning the Lone Star Showdown 27-17 over the Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns offensive lineman Brandon Baker (73) holds the trophy to celebrate winning the Lone Star Showdown 27-17 over the Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns linebacker Colin Simmons (1) kneels with an injury in the third quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Texas Longhorns linebacker Colin Simmons (1) kneels with an injury in the third quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns running back Quintrevion Wisner (5) celebrates a first down with others in the offense in the third quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Texas Longhorns running back Quintrevion Wisner (5) celebrates a first down with others in the offense in the third quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns linebacker Marshall Landwehr (51) tackles Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Terry Bussey (2) in the third quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Texas Longhorns linebacker Marshall Landwehr (51) tackles Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Terry Bussey (2) in the third quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanThe Texas Cheer Team get ready to lead the Longhorns onto the field ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

The Texas Cheer Team get ready to lead the Longhorns onto the field ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns running back Quintrevion Wisner (5) carries the ball in the third quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Texas Longhorns running back Quintrevion Wisner (5) carries the ball in the third quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns running back Quintrevion Wisner (5) is tackled by Texas A&M Aggies cornerback Tyreek Chappell (7) in the third quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Texas Longhorns running back Quintrevion Wisner (5) is tackled by Texas A&M Aggies cornerback Tyreek Chappell (7) in the third quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns tight end Jack Endries (88) fends off a tackel from Texas A&M Aggies safety Marcus Ratcliffe (3) in the third quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Texas Longhorns tight end Jack Endries (88) fends off a tackel from Texas A&M Aggies safety Marcus Ratcliffe (3) in the third quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns tight end Jack Endries (88) carries the ball for a first down in the third quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Texas Longhorns tight end Jack Endries (88) carries the ball for a first down in the third quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns linebacker Ethan Burke (91) embraces head coach Steve Sarkisian as the Texas Longhorns seniors are honored ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Texas Longhorns linebacker Ethan Burke (91) embraces head coach Steve Sarkisian as the Texas Longhorns seniors are honored ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns punt returner Ryan Niblett (21) returns the ball in the fourth quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Texas Longhorns punt returner Ryan Niblett (21) returns the ball in the fourth quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns punt returner Ryan Niblett (21) moves through defense from Texas A&M Aggies linebacker Daymion Sanford (27) and safety Dalton Brooks (25) in the fourth quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Texas Longhorns punt returner Ryan Niblett (21) moves through defense from Texas A&M Aggies linebacker Daymion Sanford (27) and safety Dalton Brooks (25) in the fourth quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanThe University of Texas Marching Band performs ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

The University of Texas Marching Band performs ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanA pass for Texas Longhorns wide receiver Emmett Mosley V (3) falls incomplete in the fourth quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

A pass for Texas Longhorns wide receiver Emmett Mosley V (3) falls incomplete in the fourth quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns offensive linemen Brandon Baker (73) and DJ Campbell (52) celebrate an offsides in the fourth quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Texas Longhorns offensive linemen Brandon Baker (73) and DJ Campbell (52) celebrate an offsides in the fourth quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) dodges Texas A&M Aggies safety Dalton Brooks (25) to run the ball in for a touchdown in the fourth quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) dodges Texas A&M Aggies safety Dalton Brooks (25) to run the ball in for a touchdown in the fourth quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) fight for yardage during the second half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) fight for yardage during the second half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns running back Quintrevion Wisner (5) runs for the first down against Texas A&M Aggies linebacker Taurean York (21) during the second t half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns running back Quintrevion Wisner (5) runs for the first down against Texas A&M Aggies linebacker Taurean York (21) during the second t half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns fans cheer on the Texas Longhorns against Texas A&M Aggies during the second half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns fans cheer on the Texas Longhorns against Texas A&M Aggies during the second half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) fights for yardage against Texas A&M Aggies cornerback Tyreek Chappell (7) during the second half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) fights for yardage against Texas A&M Aggies cornerback Tyreek Chappell (7) during the second half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns tight end Jack Endries (88) runs from Texas A&M Aggies safety Marcus Ratcliffe (3)during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns tight end Jack Endries (88) runs from Texas A&M Aggies safety Marcus Ratcliffe (3)during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns defensive back Malik Muhammad (5) makes a tackle against Texas A&M Aggies long snapper Gray Evans (40) during the second half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns defensive back Malik Muhammad (5) makes a tackle against Texas A&M Aggies long snapper Gray Evans (40) during the second half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns defensive end Colin Simmons (1), Texas Longhorns linebacker Ty'Anthony Smith (26) and Texas Longhorns defensive back Jelani McDonald (4) make a tackle against Texas A&M Aggies running back Rueben Owens II (4) during the second half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns defensive end Colin Simmons (1), Texas Longhorns linebacker Ty’Anthony Smith (26) and Texas Longhorns defensive back Jelani McDonald (4) make a tackle against Texas A&M Aggies running back Rueben Owens II (4) during the second half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) runs into the end zone for a score against Texas A&M Aggies during the second half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) runs into the end zone for a score against Texas A&M Aggies during the second half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) runs into the end zone for a score against Texas A&M Aggies during the second half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) runs into the end zone for a score against Texas A&M Aggies during the second half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) runs into the end zone for a score against Texas A&M Aggies during the second half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) runs into the end zone for a score against Texas A&M Aggies during the second half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns defensive end Colin Simmons (1) tackles Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) during the second half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns defensive end Colin Simmons (1) tackles Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) during the second half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns running back Quintrevion Wisner (5) looks for room to run against Texas A&M Aggies defense during the second half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns running back Quintrevion Wisner (5) looks for room to run against Texas A&M Aggies defense during the second half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns offensive lineman DJ Campbell (52) hold ups the trophy after beating Texas A&M Aggies 27-17 during the NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns offensive lineman DJ Campbell (52) hold ups the trophy after beating Texas A&M Aggies 27-17 during the NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns fans cheer on the Texas Longhorns against Texas A&M Aggies during the second half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns fans cheer on the Texas Longhorns against Texas A&M Aggies during the second half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) looks to pass the ball against Texas A&M Aggies defense of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) looks to pass the ball against Texas A&M Aggies defense of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns tight end Nick Townsend (81) scores a touchdown against Texas A&M Aggies defense during the second half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns tight end Nick Townsend (81) scores a touchdown against Texas A&M Aggies defense during the second half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanThe Texas Longhorns take the field ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

The Texas Longhorns take the field ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Sara Diggins/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Niblett (21) looks for room to run against Texas A&M Aggies during the second half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Niblett (21) looks for room to run against Texas A&M Aggies during the second half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns wide receiver Emmett Mosley V (3) celebrates first down against Texas A&M Aggies during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns wide receiver Emmett Mosley V (3) celebrates first down against Texas A&M Aggies during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-StatesmanTexas Longhorns defensive back Michael Taaffe (16) runs out of the tunnel for senior day against Texas A&M Aggies during an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns defensive back Michael Taaffe (16) runs out of the tunnel for senior day against Texas A&M Aggies during an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

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That leaves Texas’ fate in the hands of the College Football Playoff selection committee. How strongly will it value the Longhorns’ victory over the No. 3 Aggies? Will it be enough for them to lift Texas above teams that also won this week?

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian enters the stadium ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian enters the stadium ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.

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That’s what the Longhorns are depending on. With at least two automatic playoff bids likely to go to teams outside the top 12, Texas will need to be ranked in the top 10 when the field is selected on Dec. 7. 

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Here’s a breakdown of where the Longhorns (9-3) stand before the rankings are updated Tuesday night. 

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No. 1 Ohio State 27, No. 15 Michigan 9: This result keeps Michigan out of the Big Ten title game, where it could have stolen a bid, and will move the Longhorns above the Wolverines in this week’s rankings. 

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No. 8 Oklahoma 17, LSU 13: The Sooners were oh-so-close to slipping up at home against LSU, an outcome that likely would have moved the Longhorns above their rivals, considering their decisive head-to-head win. Instead, OU secured its spot in the field. 

No. 9 Notre Dame 49, Stanford 20: What will the committee do with Notre Dame? The Fighting Irish don’t have a marquee win, but they’ve obliterated most of the food put in front of them on their schedule, including a helpless Stanford team. 

No. 10 Alabama 27, Auburn 20: A three-loss Alabama would have made an interesting comparison with a three-loss Texas, considering the quality wins on both resumes. By surviving a scare from Auburn, the Crimson Tide stayed in front of the Longhorns in the pecking order. 

No. 11 BYU 41, UCF 21: Somebody has to claim the Big 12’s auto bid. The Longhorns will now have to hope that team is Texas Tech, and that the committee drops BYU below Texas if the Cougars lose in the title game. 

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No. 12 Miami 38, No. 22 Pitt 7: The worst-case scenario played out for Texas as it relates to Miami. The Hurricanes secured a decisive, ranked road win that is likely to impress the committee. They also didn’t get the help they needed to book a place in the ACC title game, meaning the ACC’s auto bid will go to a team outside the top 12, while Miami remains an at-large factor. 

No. 13 Utah 31, Kansas 21: The Utes have no elite wins, and are a team that the Longhorns can leapfrog on the strength of their win over the Aggies. Still, a loss would have helped Texas. Utah outscored Kansas 21-7 in the fourth quarter to pull one out of the fire. 

No. 14 Vanderbilt 45, No. 19 Tennessee 24: The Longhorns have the head-to-head comparison against Vanderbilt, but the Commodores demolished Tennessee on Rocky Top as they remained a two-loss team in their bid to crack their first CFP. 

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Projected College Football Playoff Rankings Top 15 

Ohio State
Indiana 
Georgia 
Texas A&M 
Texas Tech 
Oregon
Ole Miss 
Oklahoma 
Notre Dame 
Alabama
Miami 
Vanderbilt 
BYU 
Texas 
Utah