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Keys to a Texas win vs. Missouri: Early lead, Explosive offensively
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Texas is gearing up for another Top 25 matchup, this time on the road at Missouri . The Tigers are sitting at 6-2 like Texas, coming off a comfortable win over Arkansas.
Ahmad Hardy returned to the field last week, adding to an already elite run game but it's unknown how much he'll play in this one. Regardless, the Missouri offense presents multiple problems Muschamp and company will have to answer. It's no different for the Tiger defense, who consistently flashes their elite talent on the front seven.
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Here are the four keys to the Longhorns winning Saturday and keeping their CFP hopes alive:
Jump Out To An Early Lead
The two times Roberts has been held under 4.0 yards/carry in SEC play, Missouri lost. The only way to do that is to avoid the run game leaning on your defense. Ole Miss jumping out to an early lead forced Missouri to lean into the passing game, leaving them one-dimensional. Texas has been brilliant in the first quarter and needs to do it again to eliminate a run game that can dominate this game. The Longhorns opening to a 10-0 or 14-0 win could take the single most dangerous piece of the Missouri offense out of it.
Redzone Defense
Even in their losses, Missouri puts up plenty of yards. What they have struggled with is scoring when in the redzone, scoring TDs in just over 50% of their red zone possessions. On the other side, Texas' defense is giving up TDs on just 40% of their opponents possessions in the red zone. If the Longhorns can force Missouri to take FGs instead of scoring TDs, they'll keep the offense in the game and allow the chance for one or two explosives to change the game.
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Quick Answers for Manning
Considering the struggles of the Texas OL, it's difficult to imagine the Missouri DL not heating up Manning consistently. That means Sarkisian will need to give him quick answers in the passing game, as he has in recent weeks. Manning has been generally good at this in recent weeks, particularly on in-breaking routes. He needs to find those quick answers to open up not only the passing game but the run game as well. This will be a requirement the rest of the season, but particularly against Daeden Hopkins and this Missouri pass rush.
Find Explosives
The Texas offense is unlikely to be a consistent product this season. What it can be is an explosive/individual excellence-based offense. Manning needs to create with his legs off schedule, Raleek Brown needs to make defenders miss and the WRs will need to flash elite ability after the catch. It's not the ideal circumstances but it is something that can, especially with the elite defense, win you the rest of the regular season games. On Saturday, Texas' offense needs individual excellence to succeed on a consistent basis.
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns live mascot Bevo enters Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium before a game against the Mississippi State Cougars. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
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Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning enters Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium before a game against the Mississippi State Cougars. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
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Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns linebacker Justin Cryer (28) greets fans while entering Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium before a game against the Mississippi State Cougars. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns Head Coach Steve Sarkisian enters Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium before a game against the Mississippi State Cougars. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns live mascot Bevo enters his pen on the field before a game against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns Head Coach Steve Sarkisian and Mississippi State Cougars Head Coach Jeff Lebby talk before a game at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
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Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns wide receiver Cam Coleman (8) reacts after catching a touchdown pass during the first half against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
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Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) is tackled by Mississippi State Cougars linebacker Zakari Tillman (7) after making a catch in the second half at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) keeps the ball for yardage during the second half against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns linebacker Justin Cryer (28) reacts after making a sack during the second half against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns linebacker Justin Cryer (28) grabs the facemask of Mississippi State Cougars quarterback Parker "Billy" Puckett (15) during the second half at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns linebacker Rasheem Biles (3) hits Mississippi State Cougars quarterback Swann (17) during the first half at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) keeps the ball for yardage during the first half against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) runs for yards after catching a lateral pass during the first half against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
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Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns Head Coach Steve Sarkisian during the first half against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns wide receiver Cam Coleman (8) catches a touchdown pass ahead of Mississippi State Cougars cornerback Jett Jefferson (20) and safety Brylan Lanier (3) during the first half at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
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Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns wide receiver Cam Coleman (8) catches a touchdown pass ahead of Mississippi State Cougars cornerback Jett Jefferson (20) and safety Brylan Lanier (3) during the first half at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) throws a touchdown pass during the first half against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
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Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns running back Raleek Brown (0) runs for yards during the first half against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Mississippi State Cougars quarterback Parker "Billy" Puckett (15) is sacked during the second half against the Texas Longhorns at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns spirit squad member performs during the first half against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns wide receiver Cam Coleman (8) runs for yards after making a catch during the first half against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns wide receiver Cam Coleman (8) and offensive lineman Brandon Baker (73) react after Coleman caught a touchdown pass during the first half against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Mississippi State Cougars 03 wide receiver Anthony Evans III (3) fumbles the ball during the first half against the Texas Longhorns at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Mississippi State Cougars running back Fluff Bothwell (24) is tackled by Texas Longhorns defensive back Derek Williams Jr. (2) during the first half at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) is tackled by safety Marcus Williams (15) Mississippi State Cougars during the first half at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns spirit squad performs during the second half against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Overall view of the drone show during the second half of a game between the Texas Longhorns and the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Overall view of the game between the Texas Longhorns and the Mississippi State Cougars during the second half at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns wide receiver Emmett Mosley V (3) reacts after scoring a touchdown after making a reception during the second half against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Texas Longhorns roll past Mississippi State
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns live mascot Bevo enters Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium before a game against the Mississippi State Cougars. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Texas Longhorns roll past Mississippi State
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns live mascot Bevo enters Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium before a game against the Mississippi State Cougars. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Texas Longhorns roll past Mississippi State
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning enters Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium before a game against the Mississippi State Cougars. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns linebacker Justin Cryer (28) greets fans while entering Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium before a game against the Mississippi State Cougars. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Texas Longhorns roll past Mississippi State
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns Head Coach Steve Sarkisian enters Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium before a game against the Mississippi State Cougars. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Texas Longhorns roll past Mississippi State
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns live mascot Bevo enters his pen on the field before a game against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Texas Longhorns roll past Mississippi State
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns Head Coach Steve Sarkisian and Mississippi State Cougars Head Coach Jeff Lebby talk before a game at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Texas Longhorns roll past Mississippi State
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns wide receiver Cam Coleman (8) reacts after catching a touchdown pass during the first half against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) is tackled by Mississippi State Cougars linebacker Zakari Tillman (7) after making a catch in the second half at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Texas Longhorns roll past Mississippi State
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) keeps the ball for yardage during the second half against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Texas Longhorns roll past Mississippi State
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns linebacker Justin Cryer (28) reacts after making a sack during the second half against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Texas Longhorns roll past Mississippi State
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns linebacker Justin Cryer (28) grabs the facemask of Mississippi State Cougars quarterback Parker "Billy" Puckett (15) during the second half at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Texas Longhorns roll past Mississippi State
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns linebacker Rasheem Biles (3) hits Mississippi State Cougars quarterback Swann (17) during the first half at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Texas Longhorns roll past Mississippi State
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) keeps the ball for yardage during the first half against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Texas Longhorns roll past Mississippi State
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) runs for yards after catching a lateral pass during the first half against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Texas Longhorns roll past Mississippi State
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns Head Coach Steve Sarkisian during the first half against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Texas Longhorns roll past Mississippi State
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns wide receiver Cam Coleman (8) catches a touchdown pass ahead of Mississippi State Cougars cornerback Jett Jefferson (20) and safety Brylan Lanier (3) during the first half at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Texas Longhorns roll past Mississippi State
Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns wide receiver Cam Coleman (8) catches a touchdown pass ahead of Mississippi State Cougars cornerback Jett Jefferson (20) and safety Brylan Lanier (3) during the first half at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) throws a touchdown pass during the first half against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns running back Raleek Brown (0) runs for yards during the first half against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Mississippi State Cougars quarterback Parker "Billy" Puckett (15) is sacked during the second half against the Texas Longhorns at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns spirit squad member performs during the first half against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns wide receiver Cam Coleman (8) runs for yards after making a catch during the first half against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns wide receiver Cam Coleman (8) and offensive lineman Brandon Baker (73) react after Coleman caught a touchdown pass during the first half against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Mississippi State Cougars 03 wide receiver Anthony Evans III (3) fumbles the ball during the first half against the Texas Longhorns at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Mississippi State Cougars running back Fluff Bothwell (24) is tackled by Texas Longhorns defensive back Derek Williams Jr. (2) during the first half at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) is tackled by safety Marcus Williams (15) Mississippi State Cougars during the first half at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns spirit squad performs during the second half against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
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Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Overall view of the drone show during the second half of a game between the Texas Longhorns and the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
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Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Overall view of the game between the Texas Longhorns and the Mississippi State Cougars during the second half at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
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Oct 31, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns wide receiver Emmett Mosley V (3) reacts after scoring a touchdown after making a reception during the second half against the Mississippi State Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
(Scott Wachter, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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