US EditionManning Runs for 2 Touchdowns but Struggles Again in Passing Game as No. 7 Texas Beats UTEP 27-10
Despite Arch Manning's passing struggles and injuries to key running backs including CJ Baxter, Texas secured a 27-10 win with strong contributions from backup rushers James Simon and Jerrick Gibson.
- On Saturday in Austin, Texas, No. 7 Texas defeated UTEP 27-10 with Arch Manning scoring two first-half rushing touchdowns despite passing struggles.
- Manning, a preseason Heisman favorite, struggled passing with 10 straight incompletions and an end zone interception caused by UTEP's strong defensive pressure.
- Texas’s defense limited UTEP to just 259 total yards and has allowed only four touchdowns all season, leading quarterback Malachai Nelson to emphasize the importance of the offense supporting their strong defensive effort.
- Manning acknowledged his struggles, saying he agonized over missed throws he normally makes and stated, "All my life I've been an accurate passer," while Coach Steve Sarkisian expressed confidence in him despite the issues.
- Texas faced running back injuries with starter Quintrevion Wisner missing his second game and C.J. Baxter leaving early, but combined rushers James Simon and Jerrick Gibson gained 131 yards, as Texas prepares to host Sam Houston State next Saturday.
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