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The Texas Longhorns showcased a remarkable performance, defeating Sam Houston State 55-0. Quarterback Arch Manning led the charge with five touchdown passes and two rushing touchdowns, significantly improving his game from earlier performances. The Longhorns’ strong defense limited their opponents to just 113 total yards while also marking the fourth shutout for the coaching staff. With this win, Texas moves to a 3-1 season record and gears up for a challenging match against Florida.
Austin, Texas – The Texas Longhorns achieved a resounding victory over Sam Houston State, triumphing by a score of 55-0, largely due to an impressive performance by quarterback Arch Manning. Manning accounted for five touchdowns in this game, completing 18 of 21 passes for 309 yards and adding two rushing touchdowns. This win improved Texas’ season record to 3-1.
Texas took firm control of the game early, establishing a 45-0 lead before Manning was substituted out with 7:59 remaining in the third quarter. Throughout the game, the Longhorns scored on six of the seven drives led by Manning, with the only drive that did not result in a touchdown concluding with a field goal. Manning’s performance was a significant turnaround from a previous game against UTEP where he completed only 44% of his passes for 114 yards.
In addition to Manning’s performances, the Longhorns showcased a robust defense that limited Sam Houston to a mere 113 total yards. The defensive unit, led by head coach Steve Sarkisian and defensive coordinator Pete Kwiatkowski, registered multiple sacks, including one on the very first play by Colin Simmons. This marked the fourth shutout achieved by the coaching duo during their tenure.
The Longhorns averaged an impressive 7.2 yards per play in the first quarter, quickly building a 14-0 lead. Running back Jerrick Gibson notably scored the first rushing touchdown of the season for Texas running backs, adding to the offensive momentum. Tight end Jordan Washington also had a standout moment, catching a 32-yard touchdown pass, which marked his first career touchdown.
Manning’s showmanship was highlighted during a moment of emotional celebration after a 5-yard rushing touchdown, where he celebrated over a fallen Sam Houston defender, leading to a penalty from the referee. Following this impressive performance, Manning saw his average yards per attempt rise from 6.8 to 14.7, indicating a significant improvement in his effectiveness as a passer.
The result of this game places the Longhorns at No. 8 in the Associated Press poll as they head into a bye week. Their next matchup will be against SEC rival Florida on October 4th, where they will face increased competition. The victory against Sam Houston allowed Texas to wrap up their nonconference schedule on a positive note, instilling both excitement and confidence in the team following scrutiny in earlier games.
Support from former Texas quarterbacks Vince Young and Colt McCoy during the game exemplified the communal enthusiasm surrounding Manning’s performance. With this victory, the Longhorns have demonstrated their potential as they pivot towards the demands of SEC play, where tougher opponents await.
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