Top Texas Team Defeated by Ohio State; Arch Manning Faces Challenges

The 2025 Cotton Bowl Classic rematch ended with a 14-7 victory for No. 3 Ohio State over the top-ranked Texas Longhorns in Columbus. Ohio State, led by Will Howard and Quinn Ewers, advanced to last season's national championship, which they won.

Texas, ranked No. 1, struggled against Ohio State, failing to score until late in the game. Despite both teams initially struggling to get their offenses going, Ohio State managed to score a rushing touchdown in the first half. The Longhorns had difficulty moving the ball and punted on several drives.

In the second half, Texas showed signs of a comeback, but Ohio State's defense held strong. Ohio State extended their lead with a touchdown pass from quarterback Julian Sayin to Carnell Tate. Texas managed to score a touchdown late in the game but fell short in their comeback attempt.

Quarterback Arch Manning led Texas with 170 passing yards, with most of them coming in the fourth quarter. It was Manning's first road start, facing a tough Ohio State defense. Ohio State's quarterback, Sayin, had a solid performance in his first game as a starter.

Ohio State will face Grambling State and Ohio University in their upcoming games, while Texas looks to bounce back against San Jose State, UTEP, and Sam Houston State in the following weeks. Both teams will likely remember this game as they continue their season and aim for the playoffs.