Manning's 3 TDs Lead Texas Past Mississippi State 31-3

A Perfect Half

Arch Manning delivered a masterclass in efficiency and precision, completing 16 of his 20 pass attempts for 220 yards and three touchdowns to lead the Texas Longhorns to a dominant 31-3 victory over the Mississippi State Bulldogs. The game took place on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, with an attendance of 103,586 spectators witnessing the decisive performance.

Texas established control early and never looked back. The Longhorns jumped out to a 7-0 lead in the first quarter when Manning connected with Cam Coleman on a 14-yard touchdown pass, followed by a kick from Gianni Spetic. The scoring continued in the second quarter, where Texas added seven more points before halftime.

After Spetic kicked a 45-yard field goal to make it 10-0, Maraad Watson provided a massive boost with a 61-yard fumble return for a touchdown, also kicked by Spetic, pushing the margin to 17-0 at the break.

Second Half Dominance

Mississippi State managed to get on the board in the third quarter through kicker Kyle Ferrie, who nailed a 30-yard field goal, making the score 17-3. However, Texas responded immediately with another Manning touchdown pass. This time, Raleek Brown caught the ball for a 4-yard gain, extending the lead to 24-3.

The Longhorns sealed the game in the fourth quarter as Manning found Emmett Mosley V on a 42-yard touchdown pass. Spetic’s kick made the final score 31-3. The defense held firm, preventing any further scoring from the Bulldogs, who were limited to just three points all game.

Key Performances

Manning was the clear standout, not only for his passing but for his accuracy and decision-making. Raleek Brown contributed on the ground with 8 carries for 30 yards, while Emmett Mosley V led all receivers with 4 catches for 98 yards and a touchdown.

For Mississippi State, AJ Swann attempted to keep the offense alive, completing 12 of 15 passes for 97 yards. Fluff Bothwell carried the ball 17 times for 49 yards, and Marquis Johnson was the primary target out of the backfield with 6 receptions for 61 yards. Despite these efforts, the Bulldogs could not overcome the early deficit.

Final Records

With this win, the Texas Longhorns improved their record to 6-2 on the season. The Mississippi State Bulldogs fell to 4-4. The game highlighted Texas's offensive capability and defensive resilience, setting a strong tone for the remainder of their schedule.

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