STARKVILLE, MS — In a thrilling SEC showdown, the No. 22 Texas Longhorns overcame a 17-point deficit to defeat Mississippi State 38–37 in overtime at Davis Wade Stadium. The victory improves Texas to 6–2 on the season and 3–1 in conference play, while Mississippi State falls to 4–4 overall and 0–4 in the SEC.
Game Recap
The Bulldogs took control early, leading 24–14 at halftime and extending their advantage to 31–14 midway through the third quarter. However, Texas mounted a comeback in the fourth quarter, with quarterback Arch Manning throwing two touchdown passes and Ryan Niblett returning a punt 79 yards for a touchdown to tie the game at 38. In overtime, a field goal by Texas secured the win.
Standout Performers
- Arch Manning (Texas): Completed 29 of 46 passes for 346 yards and three touchdowns.
- Ryan Niblett (Texas): Recorded a 79-yard punt return touchdown, his sixth return of 40 yards or more in the past six weeks.
- Blake Shapen (Mississippi State): Threw for 381 yards and four touchdowns, leading the Bulldogs’ offense.
What It Means
This victory is crucial for Texas as they aim to remain in contention for a spot in the College Football Playoff. The Longhorns will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming games. For Mississippi State, the loss underscores the challenges they face in the SEC, and they will need to regroup as they continue their conference schedule.
Credit: SportBuzzHub.com | October 25, 2025
