No. 7 Texas Defense Secures 27-10 Win Over UTEP

The Texas Longhorns secured a 27-10 victory over UTEP, but the game exposed ongoing struggles in their offense, particularly quarterback Arch Manning's performance. Manning had a difficult outing, completing only 11 of 25 passes and throwing an interception, while also being heavily booed by the home crowd. Despite the offensive woes, Texas' defense was dominant, limiting UTEP to just 141 total yards through three quarters and forcing turnovers, including two interceptions. UTEP's defense also impressed, frustrating Texas' offense and demonstrating they can compete against strong opponents despite the loss. The Longhorns' offensive inefficiency, especially on crucial third downs, remains a concern as they prepare for upcoming games. Texas will look to improve their offense in their next matchup against Sam Houston before starting SEC play.