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Texas Football: Injury Bug Bites Despite Big Win
1 Nov
Summary
- Three key offensive players, including two wide receivers, exited the game due to injuries.
- Two defensive starters also sustained injuries and did not return to the field.
- Quarterback Arch Manning endured multiple sacks and hard hits but finished the game.
Texas football experienced a concerning number of injuries during their 31-3 victory against Mississippi State on Halloween night. Several offensive stars exited the game with undisclosed injuries, including wide receivers Cam Coleman and Ryan Wingo, and running back Hollywood Smothers. These offensive setbacks were compounded by injuries to defensive starters Graceson Littleton and Kade Phillips, impacting both sides of the ball. Coach Steve Sarkisian emphasized the team's focus on player recovery in the upcoming week.
Quarterback Arch Manning also endured a physically taxing game, absorbing five sacks and numerous hard hits, which resulted in a bloody hand. While Manning downplayed the hits, Sarkisian expressed concern about the level of punishment his quarterback faced. In other injury news, standout left tackle Trevor Goosby will miss the remainder of the 2026 season with a knee injury. However, defensive star Colin Simmons, sidelined by an ankle sprain, is nearing a return and could be back as soon as next week.
