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Texas Favored Over Ohio State in 2026 Rematch
2 Feb
Summary
- Texas is a 2.5-point favorite against Ohio State for the 2026 season opener.
- Arch Manning has shown significant improvement since his 2025 season debut.
- Texas bolstered its roster with key transfers in the offseason.
The Texas Longhorns are gearing up for a significant Week 2 clash against the Ohio State Buckeyes on September 12, 2026, at DKR. This game marks a crucial opportunity for Texas to avenge two losses suffered against Ohio State during the 2025 season.
FanDuel has set the odds for this highly anticipated rematch, with the Longhorns listed as 2.5-point favorites and an over-under of 46.5 points. The 2025 season saw Texas fall twice to Ohio State, including a College Football Playoff semifinal defeat and the season opener where a critical turnover impacted the outcome.
Quarterback Arch Manning has shown marked improvement since his early 2025 struggles, highlighted by strong performances in the regular season finale against Texas A&M and a Citrus Bowl victory over Michigan. Texas also made strategic additions through the transfer portal, securing elite wide receiver Cam Coleman and two running backs.
This Week 2 matchup is expected to be a "Game of the Year" candidate, featuring a battle-tested Manning, a motivated DKR crowd, and a talented Ohio State squad led by Julian Sayin. The game is set to kick off from Austin.
