Texas football defeats Mississippi State with strong play from Arch Manning
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 4:50 AM
Last updated Nov 1, 2026

Texas football achieved a decisive 31-1 victory over Mississippi State on October 31, 2026, at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium. Quarterback Arch Manning excelled, throwing three touchdown passes and completing 16 of 20 attempts for 220 yards. The Texas defense showcased its strength, nearly securing a shutout, highlighted by a fumble return touchdown from lineman Maraad Watson. Following this win, Texas improves to 6-2 overall and 3-2 in the SEC, as they prepare to face Missouri in their upcoming game.
- •Texas scored a touchdown through Maraad Watson's fumble return.
- •Arch Manning threw three touchdown passes during the game.
- •Texas improved to 6-2 overall and 3-2 in the SEC.
- •Next, Texas will play against Missouri on the road.
- 4:50 AMYahoo Sports — 'Rasheem Biles legacy game': Texas football fans react to win over Mississippi State
"Arch Manning put up three touchdowns and the defense almost pitched a shutout against Mississippi State. Here's what college football fans had to say.
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