Summary
Texas Longhorns football team started the season as the top-ranked team but is now unranked after recent losses. Head coach Steve Sarkisian blamed tough road games for the team's performance, which led to criticism from fans. Texas will soon play against Oklahoma in the annual "Red River Rivalry" game.
Key Facts
- Texas Longhorns were initially ranked No. 1 in the Associated Press preseason poll.
- Texas lost to No. 1 Ohio State and an unranked Florida team, dropping them from the rankings.
- The Longhorns were outgained in total yards by Florida, 457 to 341.
- Texas managed only 52 rushing yards in its game against Florida.
- Texas quarterback Arch Manning threw for 263 yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions against Florida.
- Coach Steve Sarkisian defended his team by highlighting the difficulty of playing at Ohio State and Florida.
- Fans criticized Sarkisian's comments, expecting more from the Texas football program.
- Texas is a 2.5-point favorite against Oklahoma in their upcoming neutral-site game.
