Texas' Arch Manning, coach make case for Longhorns to get into College Football Playoff after upset victory

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian advocated for his team’s inclusion in the College Football Playoff following a significant upset victory over Texas A&M, led by quarterback Arch Manning. Manning completed 14 of 29 passes for 179 yards and one touchdown, which included a 29-yard pass to Ryan Wingo. Manning also contributed a 35-yard touchdown run, solidifying the Longhorns' 27-17 win. This victory dashed No. 3 Texas A&M's hopes of reaching the SEC Championship. Sarkisian argued that Texas deserves a playoff spot due to their challenging schedule, despite being a three-loss team. The Longhorns' defeats came against top-ranked teams: Florida, Ohio State, and Georgia. Arch Manning supported Sarkisian’s claims, asserting Texas's competitiveness. For Texas to secure a playoff position, further disruptions in college football rankings would likely need to occur, as they currently trail four spots behind Miami in the latest rankings.