Texas Longhorns Remain Confident in Their College Football Playoff Chances
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The No. 16 Texas Longhorns concluded their regular season with a significant 27-17 victory over the No. 3 Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Quarterback Arch Manning expressed confidence in the team's potential to secure a spot in the College Football Playoff (CFP), despite their 9-3 record. The Longhorns' three losses this season were to No. 1 Ohio State, unranked Florida, and No. 4 Georgia. Notable victories include wins over No. 8 Oklahoma and No. 12 Vanderbilt. Texas' strong finish, highlighted by defeating the previously undefeated Aggies, bolsters their argument for a CFP bid. The final decision will be announced on Selection Sunday, December 7, with coverage beginning at 11 a.m. CT on ESPN.
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