Texas Longhorns Win 35-13 Over Mississippi State Despite Shaky Performance in SEC Opener

On Saturday night, the Texas Longhorns, currently ranked as the top team in the Southeastern Conference, secured a 35-13 victory over Mississippi State in front of a capacity crowd of 101,388 at DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium. Despite the victory, the Longhorns' performance was marred by errors and miscues.

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The Longhorns encountered numerous penalties, failed tackles, and inconsistent execution on both sides despite the scoreboard indicating a comfortable victory. Steve Sarkisian, Texas's head coach, acknowledged the errors following the contest, stating, "We must address a multitude of issues in order to continue to succeed in this conference." Tonight, our football performance was subpar.

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The Longhorns' offense was headed by quarterback Quinn Ewers, who completed 22 of 33 passes for 285 yards and three touchdowns. Ewers connected with star wide receiver Xavier Worthy for two touchdowns, and running back Jonathon Brooks added a 65-yard rushing touchdown to conclude the triumph.

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In terms of defense, the Longhorns could contain Mississippi State's offense, which was restricted to a mere 13 points. Jaylan Ford, a linebacker, was a standout, recording 10 tackles and a critical interception that significantly altered the game's momentum in the second half. The defense exhibited lapses, notably in the first half, when Mississippi State could sustain a few lengthy drives, despite the win.

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In its SEC debut against the top-ranked Longhorns, Mississippi State was unable to capitalize on Texas' errors and ultimately fell short.

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Texas remains unblemished this season and, with the victory, advances toward a potential College Football Playoff berth. Nevertheless, the team must refine its approach as it prepares to contend with more formidable opponents in the Southeastern Conference.

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As they prepare for their match against Alabama next week, Texas will endeavor to enhance their performance.

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