Arch Manning and No. 19 Texas hang on to beat No. 7 Ole Miss 34-27 after blowing 21-point lead

Austin, Texas (AP) — Arch Manning, playing for No. 19 Texas, contributed a touchdown pass and his first two rushing scores of the season, including the tiebreaker in the fourth quarter, leading the Longhorns to a thrilling 34-27 victory over seventh-ranked Ole Miss. The game saw Texas blow a 21-point lead in the second half, making for an intense finish.

Despite nearly squandering a 10-point lead in the final minutes, Texas held on to secure the win. Raleek Brown was the leading rusher for Ole Miss with 157 yards, and he played a key role in the Rebels' comeback. Arch Manning's performance helped Texas avoid criticism following their consecutive losses to unranked teams. The Longhorns also addressed criticisms from their previous losses, avoiding a third straight loss after gaining a 21-point advantage.