Texas special teams struggle with mistakes in matchup against Tennessee
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 9:51 PM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026
The Texas Longhorns faced a challenging performance in their 20-17 victory over the Tennessee Volunteers on September 30, 2026. A key issue was special teams, highlighted by a 57-yard punt return touchdown allowed, marking the first such score against Texas since 2013. Head coach Steve Sarkisian noted worsening touchback rates from kicker Gianni Spetic and cited a missed opportunity for momentum following a critical touchback error late in the fourth quarter. The Longhorns must address these special teams issues ahead of their next game.
- •Texas allowed a 57-yard punt return touchdown to Qua Moss.
- •Gianni Spetic's touchback rate significantly declined during the game.
- •The Longhorns defense responded well after special teams mistakes.
- •Head coach Steve Sarkisian emphasized the need to correct special teams errors.
- 9:51 PMYahoo Sports — Special teams let Texas down against Tennessee
"A punt return touchdown allowed by the Longhorns was the lowlight in Knoxville.
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