Welcome to the latest update on the Texas Longhorns football team! This weekend, they secured a significant victory against Mississippi State, marking their first win in the intraconference Southeastern Conference SEC game. The Longhorns now stand at an impressive 5-0 record for the season.
Driving the team to success was sophomore quarterback Arch Manning, who continued to impress in the absence of starter Quinn Ewers, who is recovering from an abdominal injury. Manning’s performance was outstanding, finishing with 324 yards and two touchdowns on 26-of-31 passing. He also showcased his versatility by running for 33 yards, including a 1-yard touchdown run in the third quarter.
Manning’s two touchdown passes were caught by fellow sophomore DeAndre Moore Jr., who had a standout game with 103 yards on four catches. The Longhorns’ offense was further bolstered by Isaiah Bond and Gunnar Helm, each contributing five catches, while Matthew Golden and Moore added four receptions each.
In addition to their aerial attack, the Longhorns demonstrated their prowess on the ground, accumulating 198 total rushing yards. Tre Wisner led the rushing efforts with 88 yards on 13 carries, while Jaydon Blue added 36 yards and his fourth touchdown of the season. Bond also contributed with a 26-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter to seal the victory.
On the defensive end, the Longhorns put up a solid performance, holding the Bulldogs at bay until the fourth quarter. David Gbenda and Jaylen Guilbeau led the team in tackles, each recording eight, while senior defensive tackle Vernon Broughton recovered a crucial Mississippi State fumble in the third quarter.
Looking ahead, the Longhorns will enjoy a bye week before gearing up for two crucial matchups in the middle of October. First on the agenda is the highly anticipated Red River Rivalry against Oklahoma on Oct. 12 in Dallas, followed by a showdown with national championship favorite Georgia on Oct. 19, setting the stage for a potential SEC Championship preview.