Texas loses to Florida, marking second straight defeat for Longhorns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 8:23 PM
Last updated Oct 17, 2026
Florida defeated No. 7 Texas 27-24 at Royal-Memorial Stadium on October 17, 2026. The Longhorns fell into a 14-point deficit despite scoring early. Florida's defense controlled the game, particularly after halftime, as Texas struggled to maintain momentum. This loss is Texas's second consecutive defeat, raising concerns about their playoff aspirations and placing them at 4-2 overall and 1-2 in SEC play. Florida improved to 5-2 with this victory.
- •Texas started strong but faltered, gaining only one first down in the second half.
- •Florida capitalized on Texas's struggles, scoring on four of five possessions.
- •Tramell Jones Jr. led Florida despite missing key players, rallying from behind.
- •Arch Manning attempted a comeback but fumbled late in the fourth quarter.
- •Texas prepares to face Ole Miss next Saturday.
- 8:23 PMYahoo Sports — Longhorns stumble again: No. 7 Texas stunned by Florida for second consecutive loss
"Florida, playing without its starting quarterback and top receiver, roared back from a 14-point deficit to stun Texas for the second straight year.
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