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Texas Longhorns on Verge of CFP Playoff Spot
15 Nov
Summary
- Texas secured an 8-2 record and a potential CFP spot after beating LSU.
- Upcoming games against rivals Arkansas and Texas A&M pose significant challenges.
- The Longhorns have a history of winning games after trailing in the second half.
The Texas Longhorns stand at 8-2 and hold the No. 6 ranking in the College Football Playoff standings, following a hard-fought 22-21 road victory over LSU. This win positions Texas favorably for a 12-team playoff field. Despite the strong standing, coach Steve Sarkisian expressed caution, noting two critical upcoming regular-season games against rivals Arkansas and Texas A&M.
Arkansas, currently 4-6, enters the matchup following a decisive 34-6 win over South Carolina. Their motivation is high as they need to win their final two games to achieve bowl eligibility, potentially treating the Texas game as their season's climax. In contrast, Texas A&M is on a losing streak, having recently fallen to Tennessee.