Austin, TX
Sep 28, 2024
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The Texas Longhorns secured a 35-13 victory over the Mississippi State Bulldogs, marking their first win in SEC play with a dominant showing at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Texas once again showcased a strong opening, with Jaydon Blue powering through with a 1-yard rushing touchdown on the first drive. Mississippi State found their offensive stride intermittently, as Kyle Ferrie's two field goals in the second quarter kept them competitive but unable to clinch a lead.
Texas maintained a firm grip on the game, with Arch Manning delivering 324 passing yards and contributing key plays, including a 49-yard touchdown pass to DeAndre Moore Jr. The Bulldogs showed resilience with Michael Van Buren Jr. rushing for his first career touchdown in the fourth quarter, closing the gap to an eight-point deficit. However, Manning's leadership and a decisive 26-yard rushing score by Isaiah Bond in the last moments of play sealed the win for Texas.
Jaydon Blue (Texas)
Jaydon Blue scored the game's opening touchdown with a decisive 1-yard rush, completing a swift 5-play, 72-yard drive that set the tone for the Longhorns' dominating presence.
Zakari Tillman (Mississippi State)
Zakari Tillman blocked a Texas punt, giving Mississippi State a prime opportunity on Texas's 37-yard line, which they converted into three points.
Kyle Ferrie (Mississippi State)
Kyle Ferrie added three points for Mississippi State with a 45-yard field goal, closing the deficit to 7-3 after capitalizing on the Tillman punt block.
Arch Manning (Texas)
Arch Manning connected with DeAndre Moore Jr. for a 49-yard touchdown, providing Texas a crucial 14-6 lead at halftime.
Arch Manning (Texas)
At the third quarter's close, Manning's 1-yard quarterback dive increased Texas's margin to 21-6, solidifying control heading into the final quarter.
Isaiah Bond (Texas)
Isaiah Bond sealed Texas's victory with his first career 26-yard rushing touchdown, elevating the score to a final 35-13.
Arch Manning (Texas, QB)
Arch Manning completed 26 of 31 passes for 324 yards and two touchdowns, asserting leadership with a crucial third-quarter rushing score.
DeAndre Moore Jr. (Texas, WR)
Moore Jr. caught two pivotal touchdowns, including a 49-yarder just before halftime, amassing 103 yards on four receptions.
Quintrevion Wisner (Texas, RB)
Wisner emerged as a reliable rushing option, gaining 88 yards on 13 carries, notably pacing Texas's backfield in the second half.
Colin Simmons (Texas, DL)
Simmons led the defensive assault with two sacks and three tackles for loss, playing a vital role in the Longhorns' defensive front.
Michael Van Buren Jr. (Mississippi State, QB)
In his first career start, Van Buren threw for 144 yards and rushed for his first career touchdown in a valiant effort against Texas.
Mississippi State Bulldogs
0
6
0
7
13
Texas Longhorns
7
7
7
14
35
