No. 7 Texas Football Overcomes Multiple Injuries to Defeat UTEP

The No. 7 Texas Longhorns secured a 27-10 win over UTEP despite offensive struggles and multiple injuries impacting the team. Quarterback Arch Manning ran for two touchdowns but had a difficult passing game, including 10 straight incompletions and an interception, leading to frustration and boos from the home crowd. Texas' running back depth is severely tested after injuries to key players Quintrevion Wisner and CJ Baxter, with younger backs like Jerrick Gibson, Christian Clark, and James Simon expected to take on greater roles. Additional injuries have sidelined wide receivers DeAndre Moore Jr. and Emmett Mosley, as well as defensive tackle Alex January, with Moore currently in concussion protocol and tight end Jack Endries limited due to injury. Head coach Steve Sarkisian emphasized caution to avoid long-term damage to injured players while aiming to improve offensive execution and reduce penalties. Despite these challenges, Texas' defense held UTEP to just 259 yards, helping the Longhorns maintain their winning form this season.