Texas Longhorns Stun Texas A&M 27-17 in Lone Star Showdown Revival

The No. 16 Texas Longhorns defeated the No. 3 Texas A&M Aggies 27-17 in the revival of the Lone Star Showdown at DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium. This victory marked Texas's 13th win in the last 18 meetings against their historic rival.

Arch Manning Shines

Quarterback Arch Manning was pivotal in the victory, accounting for 232 yards of total offense and two touchdowns. His performance was highlighted by a game-clinching 35-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter that sealed the win for the Longhorns.

Defensive Dominance

The Texas defense played a crucial role, forcing key turnovers that shifted the momentum. Michael Taaffe recorded a critical interception at the 3-yard line to halt a promising Aggies drive. On the very next play, Kobe Black secured his first career interception, further stifling the Texas A&M offense.

Ground Game Success

Quintrevion Wisner led the rushing attack with a season-high 155 yards. He became only the third Texas player this century to record multiple 100-yard rushing games against Texas A&M, showcasing the Longhorns' ability to control the game on the ground.

Game Summary

Texas outscored Texas A&M 24-7 in the second half, scoring on four of their first five possessions after the break. While Texas A&M managed an 8-yard touchdown run by KC Concepcion in the first half, they were unable to keep pace with the Longhorns' offensive surge in the final two quarters.