Hollywood Smothers scores winning touchdown in Texas comeback against Ohio State
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Last updated Sep 13, 2026
Texas running back Hollywood Smothers scored the game-winning touchdown with less than 20 seconds remaining to secure a 24-23 victory over Ohio State on September 12, 2026. The Longhorns overcame a 20-point fourth-quarter deficit at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin. Smothers recorded 74 rushing yards on 21 carries and added three receptions for 29 yards, finding the end zone twice during the contest. The result ended in a field storming by Texas fans as the team rallied against the top-ranked opponent. The win marks a significant recovery for the Texas offense following a difficult start to the matchup. Future reporting will likely detail the full statistical breakdown of this comeback win for the Longhorns.
- •Texas defeated Ohio State 24-23 at Royal-Memorial Stadium on September 12, 2026.
- •Hollywood Smothers scored two touchdowns, including the decisive score with under 20 seconds left.
- •The Longhorns erased a 20-point deficit in the fourth quarter to secure the win.
- •Smothers finished the game with 21 carries for 74 yards and three catches for 29 yards.
- 4:39 AMYahoo Sports — ‘This is Texas Fight!' Longhorn fans react to stunning win over No. 1 Ohio State
- 4:35 AMYahoo Sports — Watch: Texas football RB Hollywood Smothers' late TD seals comeback over Ohio State
"Texas Longhorns fans stormed the field in the thousands after a crazy comeback against Ohio State on Sept. 12, 2026 at DKR in Austin.
"Fans had a lot to say after Texas football's furious comeback effort at home against Ohio State on Sept. 12, 2026.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 13, 2026, 4:39 AM‘This is Texas Fight!' Longhorn fans react to stunning win over No. 1 Ohio State
Fans had a lot to say after Texas football's furious comeback effort at home against Ohio State on Sept. 12, 2026.
- Yahoo SportsSep 13, 2026, 4:35 AMWatch: Texas football RB Hollywood Smothers' late TD seals comeback over Ohio State
Texas Longhorns fans stormed the field in the thousands after a crazy comeback against Ohio State on Sept. 12, 2026 at DKR in Austin.
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