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Texas' 20-Point Comeback Over Ohio State Reshapes Rankings, Exposes Big Ten Frailty
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Texas' 20-Point Comeback Over Ohio State Reshapes Rankings, Exposes Big Ten Frailty

No. 4 Texas defeated No. 1 Ohio State 24-23 after trailing by 20 points, marking the largest comeback against an AP No. 1 team. The victory propelled Texas to the top of the polls and highlighted a disastrous Week 2 for the Big Ten, which went 2-5 against Power Four opponents. Meanwhile, No. 6 Oregon fell to unranked Oklahoma State, raising questions about their playoff viability, while Boise State secured a crucial win over Memphis.

Arch Manning’s Fourth-Quarter Masterclass Powers Texas 24-23 Upset of Ohio State
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Arch Manning’s Fourth-Quarter Masterclass Powers Texas 24-23 Upset of Ohio State

No. 3 Texas defeated No. 1 Ohio State 24-23 on October 13, 2026, after overcoming a 20-point deficit in the fourth quarter. Quarterback Arch Manning led a game-winning drive, culminating in a 1-yard touchdown run by Hollywood Smothers with 25 seconds remaining. The victory secures Texas a potential spot atop the US LBM Coaches Poll and strengthens the SEC’s claim as the nation’s premier conference, while Ohio State faces questions about its second-half energy despite having room for error in the Big Ten.

Week 2 College Football: Ohio State-Texas Showdown Anchors High-Stakes Slate
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Week 2 College Football: Ohio State-Texas Showdown Anchors High-Stakes Slate

The 2026 college football season enters Week 2 with a slate defined by marquee non-conference clashes, primarily the No. 1 Ohio State versus No. 3 Texas matchup. While Week 1 saw few upsets, this week features critical early conference games and high-profile cross-conference battles. Betting models and analysts are closely watching the spread for the Ohio State-Texas game, with Texas favored by 1.5 points at home, while other notable matchups include Oklahoma at Michigan and Alabama at Kentucky.

Smart Defends SEC Dominance Against Big Ten’s Recent Title Run
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Smart Defends SEC Dominance Against Big Ten’s Recent Title Run

Georgia coach Kirby Smart rejected Stephen A. Smith’s claim that the Big Ten is now the premier college football conference, citing superior NFL draft output and tougher schedules. While the Big Ten has won the last three national titles, Smart argues the SEC remains deeper and more physically demanding, a view supported by recent draft records but contested by Urban Meyer.