Texas College Sports Update

The recent loss of Texas to Ohio State in a rematch of last season’s national semifinals has had significant consequences. Not only did the Longhorns lose their No. 1 position in the preseason Associated Press rankings, but one bettor also reportedly lost $1 million, while another lost $550,000. The loss was a tough pill to swallow, especially considering the team’s performance on fourth-and-2 at midfield just before the half.

However, there is some good news for Texas: the Longhorns managed to hang on to the top spot in the Best in Texas rankings. This is largely due to the fact that losing by a touchdown to the defending national champions on the road isn’t as bad as it could be, and none of the other FBS schools in the rankings had to face a test as severe. Additionally, Texas-San Antonio covered the spread in a 42-24 loss to 19th-ranked Texas A&M, with the Roadrunners’ Robert Henry Jr. putting on an impressive show, rumbling for 177 yards and two touchdowns on 16 carries.

Mike Elko still has some work to do on the defense, but overall, the teams are gearing up for an exciting season. Texas Tech, for instance, blitzed poor Arkansas-Pine Bluff 67-7 but lost its starting quarterback, Behren Morton, after he threw four touchdown passes in the first half. Morton left the game with a “lower leg” injury, but Joey McGuire pronounced him “good” after the game.

Team Rankings

The current rankings are as follows:

1. Texas (0-1)

Arch Manning’s Heisman odds took a hit, diminishing from a plus-700 favorite to third at plus-1300, according to FanDuel. He has a month to get ready for his next big test, which will be at Florida. The Longhorns’ last game was a 14-7 loss to Ohio State, and their next game is against San Jose State on Saturday.

2. Texas A&M (1-0)

Marcel Reed threw for four touchdowns, which is a good sign given his struggles passing last year. However, the bad news is that he was also the Aggies’ leading rusher with 39 yards. The Aggies’ last game was a 42-24 win over UT-San Antonio, and their next game is against Utah State on Saturday.

3. Texas Tech (1-0)

The Red Raiders had a great game, with lightning in the area delaying the game at the half when they were up 47-0. Unfortunately for the Golden Lions, the storm continued in the second half, resulting in a 67-7 win for Texas Tech. Their next game is against Kent State on Saturday.

4. SMU (1-0)

The Mustangs recorded two pick-sixes, something they haven’t done in a game since 2016. They also may have lost their top receiver, Jordan Hudson, and best linebacker, Alexander Kilgore. The Mustangs’ last game was a 42-13 win over East Texas A&M, and their next game is against Baylor on Saturday.

5. TCU (0-0)

The Horned Frogs play Monday night at North Carolina.

6. Baylor (0-1)

Dave Aranda, now 31-31, moved to the front burner after his Bears let former Denton Guyer and Oklahoma quarterback Jackson Arnold run all over them for 137 yards and two touchdowns. The Bears’ last game was a 38-24 loss to Auburn, and their next game is against SMU on Saturday.

7. Houston (1-0)

Conner Weigman, the A&M transfer, threw for three touchdowns and made Willie Fritz’s offense look competent for a change. The Cougars’ last game was a 27-0 win over Stephen F. Austin, and their next game is against Rice on Saturday.

8. Texas State (1-0)

The Bobcats ran for a whopping 392 yards on 39 carries, a 10.1-yard average. Their last game was a 52-27 win over Eastern Michigan, and their next game is against UTSA on Saturday.

9. UTSA (0-1)

The Roadrunners pulled to within 21-17 on the first play of the second half on a 75-yard touchdown run by Henry. Their last game was a 42-24 loss to A&M, and their next game is against Texas State on Saturday.

10. North Texas (1-0)

Drew Mestemaker, who didn’t start a game at quarterback while at Austin Vandegrift, has now passed for 722 yards in two starts for the Mean Green. The Mean Green’s last game was a 51-0 win over Lamar, and their next game is against Western Michigan on Saturday.

11. UTEP (0-1)

The Miners dug up a defense in the offseason, recording six sacks and 12 tackles for loss. Their last game was a 28-16 loss to Utah State, and their next game is against Tennessee-Martin on Saturday.

12. Rice (1-0)

The Owls won the debut of Dunleavie Family Head Football Coach Scott Abell, who’s wearing the label the Dunleavies paid for. The Owls’ last game was a 14-12 win over Louisiana, and their next game is against Houston on Saturday.

13. Sam Houston (0-2)

Not even September, and the Bearkats are already 0-2. And Texas looms in three weeks. The Bearkats’ last game was a 38-21 loss to UNLV, and their next game is against Hawaii on Saturday.

Conclusion

The Texas college sports scene is heating up, with teams facing tough tests and coming out on top. While some teams have suffered losses, they are gearing up for their next games and looking to make a comeback. With the season just starting, it’s anyone’s game, and fans are eagerly waiting to see what the future holds for their favorite teams.

FAQs

Q: What happened to Texas in their recent game against Ohio State?

A: Texas lost to Ohio State in a rematch of last season’s national semifinals, which cost them their No. 1 position in the preseason Associated Press rankings.

Q: Which team is currently ranked No. 1 in the Best in Texas rankings?

A: The Texas Longhorns are currently ranked No. 1 in the Best in Texas rankings, despite losing to Ohio State.

Q: What is the current status of Texas Tech’s starting quarterback, Behren Morton?

A: Behren Morton left the game with a “lower leg” injury after throwing four touchdown passes in the first half, but Joey McGuire pronounced him “good” after the game.

Q: Which team has the highest average yards per carry in the current rankings?

A: The Texas State Bobcats have the highest average yards per carry, with a whopping 392 yards on 39 carries, a 10.1-yard average.

Q: What is the next game for the Houston Cougars?

A: The Houston Cougars’ next game is against Rice on Saturday.