Texas Flaws Don’t Matter After Arch Manning’s Comeback Win
Texas survives a sloppy game against LSU thanks to Arch Manning's late heroics. The flawed Longhorns are still in the playoff hunt.
Randy Sartin-Imagn Images Texas is a team marked by inconsistencies, yet they managed to secure a 22-21 victory over LSU, a ranked opponent. This win keeps Texas in contention for the College Football Playoff, despite quarterback Arch Manning's underwhelming performance. Manning completed just 19 of 35 passes for 174 yards, and threw three interceptions.
He also managed only one touchdown pass. However, this single moment cements Texas in the playoff conversation, barring a complete collapse over the next two weeks. While the SEC still has a chance to secure two first-round byes and earn the most playoff bids, the landscape of the playoffs has shifted due to losses by other teams.
Kentucky's loss to Florida, which could drop the Wildcats from the committee's third ranking, has left the door open for four SEC teams to be in the top 12. The Big Ten is now down to just two teams in contention, while the ACC, Big 12, and Big Ten each have two teams in the mix. Georgia, after defeating Missouri, remains the top team, with committee chair Hunter Yurachek expressing a strong belief in their chances.
Texas, though not flawless, has a record of 8-2 and 5-2 in the SEC, having beaten a CFP top 25 team in a challenging environment. Manning, who grew up watching games at Death Valley Stadium, emphasized the significance of this win, stating it means the world to him. His father was among the crowd, and the two embraced after the game, marking a memorable moment for the quarterback.
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