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Ole Miss and Texas face crucial matchup in SEC showdown

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 4:44 PM

Last updated Oct 22, 2026

Ole Miss and Texas face crucial matchup in SEC showdown

Summary

No. 7 Ole Miss travels to Austin to take on No. 19 Texas in a pivotal SEC matchup on October 22, 2026. This game is seen as a potential elimination contest for the losers' hopes of reaching the SEC championship. Both teams have suffered recent losses to Florida, and Texas is reeling from a defeat to Oklahoma. Ole Miss seeks to build from its earlier success but faces challenges with its inconsistencies, particularly on defense. The outcome will significantly impact both teams' playoff aspirations as they navigate the remainder of the season.

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By the Numbers

•Ole Miss ranks 7th and Texas 19th in the latest AP poll.
•Both teams have lost to Florida and the stakes are high for playoff positioning.
•This match is viewed as a potential de facto play-in game for the SEC championship.
•Ole Miss has five games remaining after Texas, raising questions about its consistency.
•Last year, Ole Miss narrowly missed a title game berth after a late-game loss.

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