Bulldogs Fall Short in Austin as Longhorns Dominate 31-3

A One-Sided Affair in Austin

The Mississippi State Bulldogs faced a daunting task in Austin, where the Texas Longhorns asserted their dominance to secure a 31-3 victory on Saturday, October 31, 2026. Played at DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium before a crowd of 103,586, the contest showcased a significant disparity in offensive production. Texas improved its record to 6-2, while Mississippi State dropped to 4-4.

The Bulldogs’ scoring attempts were limited to a single field goal, leaving them trailing by a wide margin throughout the afternoon.

Manning’s Precision

Arch Manning was the focal point of the Texas attack, completing 16 of 20 passes for 220 yards and three touchdowns. His first score came early in the first quarter, a 14-yard pass to Cam Coleman that set the tone for the home team. Manning followed up with a 4-yard touchdown pass to Raleek Brown in the third quarter, extending the lead to 24-3.

The final blow came in the fourth quarter with a 42-yard strike to Emmett Mosley V, capping a performance that left Mississippi State’s defense unable to contain the signal-caller. Manning’s efficiency and decision-making were the primary drivers of Texas’s offensive success.

Scoring and Stats

Texas built a comfortable lead in the second quarter, with Gianni Spetic kicking a 45-yard field goal to make it 10-0. The margin grew further when Maraad Watson returned a fumble 61 yards for a touchdown, pushing the score to 17-0. Mississippi State managed its only points in the third quarter when Kyle Ferrie connected on a 30-yard field goal.

The final quarter saw Texas add another 7 points, sealing the 31-3 result. The quarter-by-quarter breakdown was 7-0, 10-0, 7-3, and 7-0 in favor of the Longhorns. On the ground, Raleek Brown contributed 30 rushing yards on 8 carries, while Emmett Mosley V led the receiving corps with 98 yards on 4 catches.

Bulldogs’ Effort

For Mississippi State, AJ Swann completed 12 of 15 passes for 97 yards, but the drive lacked the explosive plays needed to challenge Texas. Fluff Bothwell carried the ball 17 times for 49 yards, providing a steady but insufficient ground game. Marquis Johnson led the receiving attack with 61 yards on 6 catches.

Despite these individual efforts, the Bulldogs could not overcome the defensive pressure and offensive firepower of the Longhorns, resulting in a decisive loss in Austin.

Sources

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