Arch Manning leads Texas to historic comeback against Ohio State
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 1:24 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
Arch Manning orchestrated a remarkable comeback for Texas against No. 1 Ohio State on September 14, 2026. Trailing 23-3 at the start of the fourth quarter, Manning led three touchdown drives, culminating in a one-yard touchdown run by Hollywood Smothers with 25 seconds remaining. This comeback is regarded as one of the greatest in program history, marking the largest fourth-quarter rally against an AP No. 1 team. Manning's performance included 196 passing yards and a touchdown, showcasing the talent that earned him significant expectations entering college football.
- •Texas trailed 23-3 entering the fourth quarter.
- •Manning threw for 196 yards and one touchdown.
- •The Longhorns scored three touchdowns in the final quarter.
- •Hollywood Smothers capped the comeback with a one-yard touchdown run.
- •This marks the first signature victory for Arch Manning.
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