{
  "id": 19497014,
  "title": "Texas freshmen tracker: WR Jermaine Bishop Jr., RB Derrek Cooper score touchdowns in win over Missouri",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/11/texas-freshmen-tracker-wr-jermaine-bishop-jr-rb-derrek-cooper-score",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-11T12:55:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/texas-freshmen-tracker-wr-jermaine-125500867.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "COLUMBIA, MO – November 7, 2026 – Texas Longhorns football secured a third consecutive victory on Saturday, defeating No. 18 Missouri Tigers with a score of 34-20 in Columbia, Missouri. This success propelled the team to an overall record of 7-2, with four wins coming against SEC opponents. Freshmen played crucial roles in this triumph, leading to further recognition of their contributions.\n\nWide Receiver Jermaine Bishop Jr. was a standout performer, recording a career-high 39 snaps and making five targets. He displayed his talent by connecting with quarterback Arch Manning on a 25-yard touchdown reception during the second half, tying the game at 20 and securing the game for Texas. The freshman’s efforts didn’t stop there; he continued to contribute in the fourth quarter, recording 14, 12, and nine-yard catches. Bishop’s performance marked a significant improvement from his previous game against Mississippi State, where he had only three receptions for 17 yards. His calm demeanor and high football IQ were praised by head coach Steve Sarkisian, who emphasized Bishop's high football IQ and his ability to maintain composure in critical moments.\n\nRunning Back Derrek Cooper also made an early impact against Missouri, catching a 24-yard touchdown pass from Manning with six minutes left in the first quarter. This marked Cooper's first career receiving touchdown. Cooper finished the game with one reception for 24 yards and two rushing attempts for two yards. Although his rushing opportunities were limited, he demonstrated his ability to contribute to Texas' passing attack. Coach Sarkisian highlighted Cooper's ability to block and support his teammates, particularly in the touchdown reception.",
  "summary": "Two 2026 signees made big impacts in Saturday’s road victory.",
  "key_points": [
    "WR Jermaine Bishop Jr. scores 25-yard TD reception in 2nd half",
    "RB Derrek Cooper catches 24-yard TD pass in 1st quarter",
    "Freshmen contribute to Texas' 34-20 win over Missouri"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}