Kimberly Maisel

9/28/2024

texas

Under the helm of Arch Manning, Texas claimed a significant victory on Saturday, marking their first win since joining the Southeastern Conference (SEC). Manning, starting in place of Quinn Ewers, delivered a stellar performance with 324 passing yards, leading the Longhorns to a 35-13 win over Mississippi State. Initially, the matchup was tighter than expected, but a series of plays by Manning helped Texas pull ahead in the second half. Despite some struggles, including turnovers and penalties, Texas demonstrated resilience. Coach Steve Sarkisian praised the team's ability to overcome adversity, stating, 'Our guys showed composure.' Mississippi State had their quarterback Michael Van Buren starting, replacing the injured Blake Shapen, yet they fell short against the top-ranked Longhorns. As Texas looks ahead to future conference challenges, this game underscored their potential while highlighting areas for improvement before facing formidable teams like Oklahoma and Georgia.