Texas revived its College Football Playoff hopes with a 34-27 win over No. 7 Ole Miss, but lost star left tackle Trevor Goosby for the rest of the season to a knee injury. His absence leaves quarterback Arch Manning without his blind-side protector as the Longhorns enter a critical stretch.

By the Numbers
  • Texas beat No. 7 Ole Miss, 34-27.
  • Goosby is expected to miss the remainder of the season.
  • Manning recorded 3 total touchdowns and 3 turnovers against Ole Miss.
Yes, But

The win showed Texas can compete despite key injuries, but Goosby’s loss is a major blow: he was a preseason first-team All-American and a top NFL tackle prospect. Wide receiver Cam Coleman also left with a shoulder injury, and his status was unclear.

State of Play
  • Texas snapped a 2-game losing streak after narrow losses to Oklahoma and Florida.
  • The Longhorns were already without pass rusher Colin Simmons and running back Hollywood Smothers.
  • Manning answered pressure to improve after his recent struggles, but his turnovers and the offense’s slowdown after Goosby’s injury remain concerns.
Bottom Line

Texas got the must-win result it needed, but the cost could complicate its playoff push. Protecting Manning and sustaining the offense without Goosby will be an immediate test.