Texas holds off Ole Miss in 34-27 victory amid special teams challenges
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 5:45 AM
Last updated Oct 25, 2026

The Texas Longhorns secured a 34-27 win over Ole Miss on October 24, 2026, despite squandering a three-touchdown lead. Texas had a strong first half but struggled in the third quarter, culminating in a tense final play where Ole Miss nearly tied the game. Quarterback Arch Manning contributed with two rushing touchdowns, while Texas' defense intercepted Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss three times. Injuries to key players Trevor Goosby and Cam Coleman could impact Texas' performance moving forward as they aim to keep their College Football Playoff hopes alive.
- •Texas Longhorns improved to 5-2 with their victory.
- •Arch Manning scored two rushing touchdowns in the game.
- •Texas intercepted Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss three times.
- •Injuries to Trevor Goosby and Cam Coleman may affect future games.
- •Texas' special teams continued to struggle with late-game situations.
- 5:45 AMYahoo Sports — Texas football survives more special teams struggles in top-10 win over Ole Miss
"In a game Texas had to have, the Longhorns blew a 3-touchdown lead but righted themselves at the end to hold off Ole Miss 34-27. It came down to the final play.
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