Manning leads Texas past No. 7 Ole Miss after Sarkisian's challenge — SkimNews
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- Arch Manning responded to public criticism with 18-of-30 passing for 212 yards and a touchdown, adding two rushing scores in Texas' 34-27 win over Ole Miss
- Steve Sarkisian praised Manning's 'edgy' and 'borderline arrogant' demeanor, saying it energized the team after challenging him post-Florida loss
- Raleek Brown rushed 23 times for 157 yards, the most by a Longhorn since 2024, helping Texas grind out 207 rushing yards on 4.9 per carry
- Texas overcame injuries to key players including offensive lineman Trevor Goosby and wide receiver Cam Coleman, both of whom exited with injuries and had no update postgame
- Jelani McDonald sealed the win with a final-second interception of a Hail Mary from Trinidad Chambliss, preserving the 34-27 victory after an onside kick recovery by Ole Miss
Why it matters: Texas avoids a third straight loss and proves it can win under pressure despite injuries and turnover-prone play, with Manning’s mental toughness—sparked by Sarkisian’s public challenge—becoming a defining factor in a top-20 clash against a top-10 opponent.
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