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Texas Longhorns rally past Missouri, keeping playoff hopes alive

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Last updated Nov 8, 2026

Texas Longhorns rally past Missouri, keeping playoff hopes alive

Summary

The No. 7 Texas Longhorns secured a road victory against No. 18 Missouri, rallying to win 34-20 on November 7, 2026. Head coach Steve Sarkisian highlighted the team's comeback from a 20-13 deficit late in the third quarter, asserting that they had been underestimated. Quarterback Arch Manning completed 28 of 38 passes for 297 yards and three touchdowns. The win improved Texas to 7-2 overall and 4-2 in SEC play. Texas will face No. 14 LSU next week in another ranked matchup.

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By the Numbers

•Texas trailed 20-13 late in the third quarter.
•The Longhorns scored 21 unanswered points to win.
•Manning's performance included three touchdown passes.
•Texas improved to 7-2 and 4-2 in SEC play.
•Next week, Texas plays No. 14 LSU.

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4:28 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Nobody believed we’d win the game’: Steve Sarkisian plays underdog card despite Texas being favored

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The No. 7 Texas Longhorns picked up a big road win on Saturday, rallying to beat No. 18 Missouri 34-20 to keep their College Football Playoff hopes alive. After the game, head coach Steve Sarkisian was in the mood to take a shot at the doubters. Sarkisian claimed that “nobody believed” Texas would win the…
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