No. 16 Texas delivered a significant blow to No. 3 Texas A&M on Friday night, winning 27-17 and ending the Aggies” perfect season. The game took place in Austin, Texas, where Arch Manning played a pivotal role in the Longhorns” victory.
Manning connected with Ryan Wingo for a 29-yard touchdown pass in the third quarter, giving Texas a 13-10 lead. Later, with just over seven minutes remaining in the game, Manning sealed the win with a 35-yard run up the middle, extending Texas” advantage to 27-17.
This victory not only spoiled Texas A&M”s hopes for an undefeated season but also knocked them out of contention for the Southeastern Conference championship game. With the win, Texas improved their record to 9-3, solidifying their chances for a spot in the College Football Playoff for the third consecutive year.
Meanwhile, Texas A&M, now 11-1, had been eyeing their first playoff berth before this defeat. As the season comes to a close, the implications of this game will resonate in the playoff race, marking a crucial moment for both teams.
