Texas Longhorns Heavily Focused on Texas A&M QB Marcel Reed

The Texas Longhorns rebounded from a recent defeat to Georgia by overpowering the Arkansas Razorbacks 52-37 in Austin, marking the return of their rivalry since joining the SEC. The Longhorns now prepare to face the undefeated Texas A&M Aggies, ranked No. 3, in the Lone Star Showdown. This game holds significant stakes, as Texas aims to keep its College Football Playoff hopes alive, while Texas A&M seeks its first SEC championship game appearance and a potential playoff berth.

Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian praised Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed, noting his dynamic dual-threat capabilities. Reed is a key factor in the Aggies' offense, being their second-leading rusher with 395 yards and six touchdowns on the ground, and a potent passer with 2,752 yards, 25 touchdowns, and a completion rate of nearly 62%. Sarkisian acknowledged the challenge Reed poses, highlighting the need for his defense to remain fundamentally and schematically sound against