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3 burning Texas vs Ohio State questions including: Can Arch Manning outduel Julian Sayin?

Will Arch Manning outperform Julian Sayin? Can Texas score in the red zone against Ohio State? Here are three questions we'll answer.

Texas faces Ohio State in a rematch from a previous clash of top-five teams. The Longhorns, ranked fifth in the AP Top 25, will host the Buckeyes in Austin. Three Texas sports reporters weigh in on key questions for the upcoming game:

1) Can Texas score touchdowns in the red zone against Ohio State?

Thomas Jones notes Texas has only managed one touchdown over four red-zone opportunities in their last two meetings. In contrast, Ohio State managed six (then seven) points when they reached Texas' 20-yard line. Can UT replicate that efficiency tonight?

2) Who will win the quarterback battle between Arch Manning and Julian Sayin?

Cedric Golden points to Sayin's better completion percentage, longer big plays, more yards per attempt, fewer turnovers and fewer sacks. If Manning can build on his debut as Texas' full-time starter, that could be a pivotal step towards victory. Postgame analysis will provide an answer.

3) How will Texas linebacker Rasheem Biles perform against his hometown Buckeyes?

Danny Davis wonders if Biles' new-found hometown pride will translate into another standout performance. After an impressive debut, Biles recorded an interception, forced fumble and shared a tackle-for-loss against Texas State. If he can build upon that and improve his five tackles from Week 1, it would bolster Texas' defensive lineup. Postgame commentary will be available.

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