{"id":104732,"date":"2025-12-30T09:21:13","date_gmt":"2025-12-30T09:21:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/104732\/"},"modified":"2025-12-30T09:21:13","modified_gmt":"2025-12-30T09:21:13","slug":"why-michigan-texas-football-rosters-look-much-different","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/104732\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Michigan, Texas football rosters look much different"},"content":{"rendered":"

When Texas football <\/a>met Michigan <\/a>at the Big House in Ann Arbor less than 16 months ago, the starting lineups included three top-10 NFL draft picks and six other players chosen in the first two rounds of the 2025 draft. Oh, and don\u2019t forget about Quinn Ewers<\/a>, who has emerged to become the starting quarterback for the Miami Dolphins.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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In total, 21 of the 44 players who started that game are currently employed by NFL teams. That includes nine players from the Texas offense, which found the end zone four times in a 31-12 victory for the Longhorns. That leaves just running back Quintrevion Wisner<\/a> \u2014 who will enter the transfer portal and won\u2019t play when Texas and Michigan meet again Wednesday in the Citrus Bowl <\/a>\u2014 and guard DJ Campbell, who has not made an announcement about his status for the game.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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Texas Longhorns linebacker Ty’Anthony Smith (26) signals the \u201cthumbs down\u201d to celebrate winning the Lone Star Showdown 27-17 over the Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.<\/p>\n

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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.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.<\/p>\n

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A Texas A&M fan holds up the horns down sign ahead of the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian puts his \u201cHorns Up\u201d 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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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.<\/p>\n

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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.<\/p>\n

Ricardo B. Brazziell\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

Texas Longhorns defensive back Warren Roberson (24) and linebacker Liona Lefau (18) bring down Texas A&M Aggies tight end Theo Melin \u00d6hrstr\u00f6m (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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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Texas Longhorns running back Quintrevion Wisner (5) is tackled during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M at Darrell K Royal\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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.<\/p>\n

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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.<\/p>\n

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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.<\/p>\n

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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.<\/p>\n

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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.<\/p>\n

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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.<\/p>\n

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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.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.<\/p>\n

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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.<\/p>\n

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Texas Longhorns Hook\u2019em 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.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.<\/p>\n

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Texas A&M Aggies tight end Theo Melin \u00d6hrstr\u00f6m (17) leads team mates onto the field for warmups ahead of the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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.<\/p>\n

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Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) throws passes during warmups ahead of the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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.<\/p>\n

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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.<\/p>\n

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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.<\/p>\n

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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.<\/p>\n

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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.<\/p>\n

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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.<\/p>\n

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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.<\/p>\n

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during the first half of an NCAA college football game in the Lone Star Showdown in Austin, Texas, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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Texas A&M Aggies head coach Mike Elko walks the field ahead of the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Ashton Bethel-Roman (3) misses a catch during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Ashton Bethel-Roman (3) misses a catch during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) throws a pass during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M at Darrell K Royal\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) throws.a pass during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) throws a pass during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M at Darrell K Royal\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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Texas Longhorns fans hold up cell phone lights during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M at Darrell K Royal\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) runs the ball during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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Trainers check on injured Texas Longhorns defensive back Malik Muhammad (5) during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M at Darrell K Royal\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.<\/p>\n

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Texas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) runs the ball during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M at Darrell K Royal\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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Texas A&M Aggies running back Rueben Owens II (4) runs the ball during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.<\/p>\n

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A trainer checks on injured Texas Longhorns linebacker Trey Moore (8) during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M at Darrell K Royal\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

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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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

Aaron E. Martinez\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver KC Concepcion (7) runs the ball during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

Aaron E. Martinez\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

Aaron E. Martinez\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver KC Concepcion (7) breaks tackled during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

Aaron E. Martinez\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) is tackled during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

Aaron E. Martinez\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Ricardo B. Brazziell\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Ricardo B. Brazziell\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Ricardo B. Brazziell\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Ricardo B. Brazziell\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Ricardo B. Brazziell\/Austin American-Statesman\"Bevo<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Ricardo B. Brazziell\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Ricardo B. Brazziell\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) slips while running the ball during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

Aaron E. Martinez\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.<\/p>\n

Sara Diggins\/Austin American-Statesman\"The<\/p>\n

The Texas A&M Aggies take the field ahead of the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

Aaron E. Martinez\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Terry Bussey (2) catches a pass during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

Aaron E. Martinez\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

Aaron E. Martinez\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Ricardo B. Brazziell\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Ashton Bethel-Roman (3) runs the ball during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

Aaron E. Martinez\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

Aaron E. Martinez\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

Aaron E. Martinez\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

Aaron E. Martinez\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

Texas Longhorns defensive back Michael Taaffe (16) celebrates an interception during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M at Darrell K Royal\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

Aaron E. Martinez\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

Texas A&M Aggies tight end Theo Melin \u00d6hrstr\u00f6m (17) catches a pass during the Lone Star Showdown against Texas at Darrell K Royal\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

Aaron E. Martinez\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

Texas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) celebrates after the win over Texas A&M in the Lone Star Showdown at Darrell K Royal\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

Aaron E. Martinez\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

Aaron E. Martinez\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

Aaron E. Martinez\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025.<\/p>\n

Sara Diggins\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.<\/p>\n

Sara Diggins\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.<\/p>\n

Sara Diggins\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.<\/p>\n

Sara Diggins\/Austin American-Statesman\"The<\/p>\n

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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.<\/p>\n

Sara Diggins\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.<\/p>\n

Sara Diggins\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.<\/p>\n

Sara Diggins\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.<\/p>\n

Sara Diggins\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.<\/p>\n

Sara Diggins\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.<\/p>\n

Sara Diggins\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.<\/p>\n

Sara Diggins\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.<\/p>\n

Sara Diggins\/Austin American-Statesman\"The<\/p>\n

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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.<\/p>\n

Sara Diggins\/Austin American-Statesman\"A<\/p>\n

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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.<\/p>\n

Sara Diggins\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.<\/p>\n

Sara Diggins\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.<\/p>\n

Sara Diggins\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Ricardo B. Brazziell\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Ricardo B. Brazziell\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Ricardo B. Brazziell\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Ricardo B. Brazziell\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Ricardo B. Brazziell\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Ricardo B. Brazziell\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Ricardo B. Brazziell\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Ricardo B. Brazziell\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Ricardo B. Brazziell\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Ricardo B. Brazziell\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Ricardo B. Brazziell\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Ricardo B. Brazziell\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Ricardo B. Brazziell\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Ricardo B. Brazziell\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Ricardo B. Brazziell\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Ricardo B. Brazziell\/Austin American-Statesman\"The<\/p>\n

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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.<\/p>\n

Sara Diggins\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Ricardo B. Brazziell\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Ricardo B. Brazziell\/Austin American-Statesman\"Texas<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Ricardo B. Brazziell\/Austin American-Statesman<\/p>\n

If Campbell plays, he\u2019ll be the only Texas starter from the 2024 game to suit up in the rematch. The churn on Texas’ defense has been even more substantial, with a wave of bowl opt-outs sidelining stars like Anthony Hill Jr. and Michael Taaffe.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"Texas<\/p>\n

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\u2013Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.<\/p>\n

Sara Diggins\/Austin American-Statesman<\/p>\n

On the Michigan side of things, carving through the carnage to get a look at the Citrus Bowl depth chart is a borderline impossible task. The Wolverines earlier this month fired coach Sherrone Moore<\/a> after a scandal landed him in a courtroom facing trespassing and stalking charges. They hired longtime Utah stalwart Kyle Whittingham to replace him, but he\u2019ll take charge after the bowl game, leaving Wolverines assistant Biff Poggi to lead Michigan (9-3) against the Longhorns (9-3).\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Poggi recently estimated that up to 25 Wolverines could opt out of the game. As of Saturday night, Michigan had only publicly acknowledged three: guard Giovanni El-Hadi, defensive end Derrick Moore and linebacker Jaishawn Barham. All three of those players started when the Longhorns and Wolverines last met.\u00a0<\/p>\n

MORE: Are Horns, Wolverines too prestigious to take Citrus Bowl seriously?<\/a><\/p>\n

Whether more opt-outs follow or not, these versions of the Longhorns and Wolverines will look unrecognizable compared to the units that took the field last year \u2014 particularly at quarterback, where a pair of household names now sit in command of the offenses.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Arch Manning vs Bryce Underwood: Two big-name QBs finish out first seasons<\/p>\n

In last season\u2019s matchup, Ewers met Michigan\u2019s Davis Warren in a lopsided quarterbacks matchup. Ewers threw for 246 yards and three touchdowns while Warren compiled 204 yards through the air to go with a TD and two interceptions. Ewers is now in the NFL, ceding control of the Texas offense to Arch Manning<\/a>. Warren tore his ACL in Michigan\u2019s bowl game last season and has spent this season watching Bryce Underwood from the sidelines.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Underwood, the No. 1 overall prospect in the 2025 recruiting class, has sustained middling results as a freshman starter. He\u2019s completed 61% of his passes for 2,229 yards, throwing nine touchdowns and six interceptions. He\u2019s also a factor in the rushing game, where he\u2019s picked up 323 yards and five TDs.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Manning was also once the No. 1 overall recruit coming out of high school. He waited for two years behind Ewers before finally inheriting the starting job this season. Struggling initially, Manning has been outstanding down the back half of the season. In total, he\u2019s passed for 2,942 yards with a 61.4% completion rate, finding the end zone 24 times with seven interceptions. Like Underwood, he\u2019s a factor on the ground, using his legs to pick up 244 yards and eight touchdowns.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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MORE: Texas athletic department reports 6 NCAA violations, 2 firings related to sports wagering<\/a><\/p>\n

Both players will be looking to use the bowl game as a launching pad toward a big 2026 season.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Texas vs Michigan: Coaching staffs set to look different in Citrus Bowl\u00a0<\/p>\n

Moore\u2019s ouster means that the Michigan coaching staff will sport a fundamentally different look in the Citrus Bowl compared to last season\u2019s game. Poggi, who joined the staff last offseason, will take charge.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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The Texas staff has undergone some substantial changes since then, too. Most notably, defensive coordinator Pete Kwiatkowski was fired earlier this month in favor of Will Muschamp<\/a>. Kwiatkowski\u2019s defense held Michigan to 12 points and 284 total yards in last season\u2019s matchup. In 10 meetings with top-10 foes over the last two seasons, Kwiatkowski\u2019s unit allowed an average of 22.6 points.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Muschamp won\u2019t be holding the defensive reins for the bowl game, though. That task goes to linebackers coach Johnny Nansen.\u00a0<\/p>\n

There\u2019s been a fair amount of less significant assistant coaching turnover, too. Four of the assistants Texas brought to Ann Arbor are no longer with the program. Michigan has moved on from two of the assistants who coached in that game, too.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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