Texas Longhorns edge out Ole Miss 34-27 in critical matchup

The Texas Longhorns secured a much-needed 34-27 victory over Ole Miss on October 24, 2026, at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin. After two consecutive losses, Texas relied on a strong rushing attack, highlighted by Arch Manning's rushing touchdowns and Raleek Brown's 157 rushing yards. The win preserves the Longhorns' hopes for the College Football Playoffs. The game concluded with Texas blocking a potential go-ahead field goal attempt by Ole Miss in the fourth quarter, and the Longhorns intercepted a pass in the end zone to seal their victory.

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