Week 13 marks the 81st meeting between the Texas Longhorns and the Arkansas Razorbacks. The No. 13 Longhorns hold a commanding lead in the all-time series, with a record of 57-23 against Arkansas. As Texas enters this matchup with a season record of 7-3, it remains in contention for the College Football Playoff (CFP). In contrast, Arkansas struggles at 2-8, seeking to find some momentum as it approaches the end of its season.
According to ESPN’s Football Power Index (FPI), an upset seems unlikely for Arkansas this week, as it gives Texas an 83.1% chance of victory compared to Arkansas’s 16.9%.
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Arkansas narrowly lost to LSU by a score of 23-22. Quarterback Taylen Green completed 11 of his 19 passes for a total of 165 yards and did not throw any touchdowns while recording two interceptions. Green contributed on the ground, rushing for 70 yards and scoring one touchdown on 17 carries. Running back Mike Washington Jr. added to the offense with 85 rushing yards on 13 attempts and one touchdown, along with a reception for six yards.
Meanwhile, the Longhorns didn’t have an answer down in Georgia, losing 35-10. Quarterback Arch Manning threw for 253 yards, completing 27 of his 43 passes while tossing one touchdown and one interception. Running back Quintrevion Wisner managed just 37 rushing yards on nine carries and had two receptions totaling ten yards. DeAndre Moore Jr. was a bright spot for Texas, recording five catches for a total of 75 yards.
As this rivalry continues through its newly established permanence until at least 2029, kickoff is set for Saturday at 3:30 PM ET in Austin and will be broadcast live on ABC.
Lee Ann joins the Saturday Down South team, bringing over fifteen years of experience covering the SEC as both a sports journalist and football scout. With her keen eye for talent, she has also flexes her skills as the Director of Recruiting for the Rebel Walk( Ole Miss) Herring, is a staff writer at USA Today Sports Wildcats Wire, where she dives into the thrilling world of Kentucky football and basketball. When fall rolls around, you can catch her on air as an analyst for the Wake up 502 College Football Show on Big X Sports Radio 96.1 FM—because who doesn't love a good game day chat? A proud Brown University alum, Lee Ann balances her time between the sidelines and press box with her passion for coaching her boys' youth lacrosse and savoring a fine glass of bourbon alongside a good cigar. So, whether she's dissecting plays or rallying the next generation of athletes, Lee Ann is your spirited insider ready to tackle all things SEC!
