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What Matthew McConaughey had to say about Texas Longhorns’ win vs. Ole Miss

Matthew McConaughey was left impressed by the Texas Longhorns’ display in their 34-27 win over the Ole Miss Rebels in Week 8 of the 2026 CFB season. McConaughey’s deep Texas roots have him locked into every game that the Longhorns play during the CFB season, and he watched a thrilling encounter at DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium on October 24.

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Texas Longhorns Report Card: Grading Every Position Group vs. Ole Miss

The Texas Longhorns survived a furious Ole Miss comeback, winning 34-27 on Saturday night. Texas nearly suffered its third consecutive second-half collapse, but the offense and defense did enough to escape with a win.

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 25

Texas gets big win over Ole Miss, but the Arch Manning questions remain

Texas quarterback Arch Manning was put on the hot seat going into Saturday's game against Ole Miss, and he needed to deliver a big game to silence the doubters and critics around his game.

Why Dan Orlovsky believes Arch Manning should leave Texas

Arch Manning has self-diagnosed his issue, and it makes sense

CFB Week 8 winners, losers: Texas keeps playoff hopes alive, Big 12's CFP chances take big hit and more

Can you name the top 15 passers in Texas Longhorns history?

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / October 24

4 Instant Takeaways From Texas Longhorns' Thrilling Win vs. Ole Miss

The Texas Longhorns have kept their College Football Playoff hopes alive for at least one more week. No. 19 Texas held off No. 7 Ole Miss in a thrilling 34-27 win on Saturday night in Austin.

Trevor Goosby News / Texas Longhorns on SI / October 24

Texas OT Trevor Goosby Carted Off in First Quarter vs. Ole Miss

The Texas Longhorns are being hit with another major injury as they look to keep their season alive. Texas offensive tackle Trevor Goosby had to get carted off after suffering an apparent lower-body injury in the first quarter of Saturday's game against No.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / October 24

No. 19 Texas vs. No. 7 Ole Miss: Live Observations, Stats and Highlights

AUSTIN - The Texas Longhorns enter their Saturday night matchup vs. the No. 7 Ole Miss Rebels in a do-or-die scenario. Win, and the season is still alive with the College Football Playoff very much in the picture.

College Football News / EssentiallySports / October 24

Kirk Herbstreit Reveals Steve Sarkisian Regrets Delaying KJ Lacey Decision Amid Arch Manning’s Struggles

Two losses have turned Texas’ season upside down, dropping the Longhorns from No. 1 to No. 19 and putting their playoff hopes in danger. Arch Manning’s struggles have become impossible to ignore, leaving Steve Sarkisian facing a crucial quarterback decision.

Hollywood Smothers News / TWSN / October 24

Texas Facing Third Straight Loss? Hollywood Smothers Injury Could Spell Disaster Against Ole Miss

The Texas Longhorns entered the 2026 college football season with national championship expectations. However, those expectations could take another devastating hit Saturday night when No.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / October 24

3 Questions Texas Must Answer vs. Ole Miss

The Texas Longhorns have plenty of unanswered questions heading into Saturday. Texas hosts the Ole Miss Rebels, who are coming off dominant wins over Vanderbilt and Missouri.

Arch Manning News / The Spun / October 24

Texas Could Bench Arch Manning Early vs. Ole Miss This Saturday

There’s a chance the Arch Manning era comes to an end for Texas this Saturday. Manning hasn’t lived up to the hype in Austin this season, completing 63.9% of his passes for 1,295 yards with 11 touchdowns and five interceptions.

Hollywood Smothers News / ESPN / October 24

RB Smothers ruled out as injuries mount for Longhorns

Texas will be without top tailback Hollywood Smothers for Saturday's showdown vs. No. 7 Ole Miss as the No. 19 Longhorns try to avoid a third straight loss.

Arch Manning News / Athlon Sports / October 24

Arch Manning Predicted to Leave Texas Longhorns for SEC Rival After 2026 Season

Arch Manning and Steve Sarkisian had their sights set on the national championship entering the 2026 college football season. The Texas Longhorns capped off their 2025 season with a high-profile win over the Michigan Wolverines, 41-27, in the Citrus Bowl after missing the SEC championship game and the College Football Playoff.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / October 24

Texas is Playing for Something Bigger Than a Playoff Spot Against Ole Miss

Few programs have consistently higher expectations than the Texas Longhorns. Texas spent a lot of money to improve its roster this offseason, and it produced one of the best teams in the country.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / October 24

What Texas Longhorns Players Are Saying About QB KJ Lacey

The Texas Longhorns had what many felt was a looming quarterback controversy after last week's upset loss to the Florida Gators. Steve Sarkisian said that everything on the offense would be evaluated, including the quarterback position and Arch Manning.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / October 23

Texas Has Reached the Point Where Style No Longer Matters

The Texas Longhorns head into another big-time challenge this weekend, hosting the No. 7 Ole Miss Rebels, and the stakes for this weekend's games can be at an all-time high for the Longhorns as their College Football Playoff chances hang in the balance.

Texas Longhorns News / Yardbarker / October 23

Why Dan Orlovsky believes Arch Manning should leave Texas

Orlovsky doesn't believe Manning should declare for the NFL; he believes Arch should leave Texas.

Will an 'edgy' Arch Manning save Texas' CFP hopes in SEC clash vs. Ole Miss?

Arch Manning has self-diagnosed his issue, and it makes sense

Brian Kelly blames Steve Sarkisian for Arch Manning's struggles

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Steve Sarkisian News / Texas Longhorns on SI / October 23

Steve Sarkisian Is Running Out of Time to Prove He Can Fix Texas' Offense

It’s not as big as it was a few weeks ago, but the Texas Longhorns-Ole Miss matchup on Saturday will still have plenty at stake. The stakes aren’t just winning and staying alive in Texas's College Football Playoff hunt; they're also a proof-of-concept game for head coach Steve Sarkisian.

College Football News / Texas Longhorns on SI / October 23

No. 19 Texas vs. No. 7 Ole Miss: Preview, Odds, Injuries, and More

The Texas Longhorns are in do-or-die mode with two losses on the year, and are dangerously close to being eliminated from the College Football Playoffs with another loss.

College Football News / TWSN / October 22

Texas’ Path to Beating Ole Miss Just Got Much Harder

After consecutive losses to Oklahoma and Florida, the Texas Longhorns are looking for any optimism they can get to get back on track. However, they were already dealing with Colin Simmons‘ injury on the defensive side of the ball and will now have to deal with an offensive injury.

Texas Longhorns News / Yardbarker / October 22