URGENT UPDATE: The Texas Longhorns stunned the No. 9 Vanderbilt Commodores with a thrilling 34-31 victory on November 1, 2025, propelling their playoff hopes into high gear. Quarterback Arch Manning delivered an electrifying performance, completing 25 of 33 passes for 328 yards and three touchdowns, solidifying his status as a key player in this pivotal game.
The Longhorns, now 7-2 on the season, jumped out to an early lead. On the very first play from scrimmage, Manning connected with wide receiver Ryan Wingo for a stunning 75-yard touchdown, setting the tone for the afternoon. Just minutes later, a fumble from Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia allowed Texas to extend their lead to 10-0 with a field goal.
By the end of the first quarter, Texas had surged ahead 17-0 thanks to a ten-play, 83-yard drive capped off by a touchdown pass to running back CJ Baxter. Although Vanderbilt managed to score a field goal to make it 17-3, Texas continued to dominate, with running back Quintrevion Wisner scoring from four yards out to extend the lead to 24-3.
Vanderbilt responded with a determined 13-play, 75-yard drive, culminating in an 18-yard touchdown pass from Pavia to tight end Eli Stowers. However, Texas struck back quickly, with Manning orchestrating a 93-yard drive that ended with his sixth touchdown pass of the season, making it 31-10.
The Commodores rallied in the fourth quarter, scoring three quick touchdowns to narrow the deficit to just 34-31, creating a nail-biting finish. With only 33 seconds remaining, Vanderbilt nearly recovered an onside kick, but the ball went out of bounds, sealing the game for Texas.
Pavia finished with impressive stats of 27 completions on 38 attempts for 364 yards and three touchdowns, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win.
With this victory, Texas is eyeing a crucial matchup against Georgia next week, which could play a significant role in their playoff aspirations. Meanwhile, Vanderbilt aims to bounce back against Auburn in their next game.
This thrilling matchup at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium has sparked excitement among fans and analysts alike, as discussions about Texas’ championship potential heat up.
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