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Arch Manning delivered his best performance of the season, leading #13 Texas to a 34-31 victory over #11 Vanderbilt. Manning threw for 328 yards and three touchdowns. This win follows a tough stretch for Texas, including two close wins on the road against Kentucky and Mississippi State. Now entering a bye week, Texas is 7-2 and bowl-eligible for the fourth straight year. They face a crucial upcoming game against #5 Georgia in Athens, followed by games against Arkansas and #3 Texas A&M. Texas, currently on the outside looking in for the College Football Playoff, needs strong performances in these remaining games to secure a spot in the expanded 12-team playoff field.

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Manning Leads Texas to Victory Over Vanderbilt, Playoff Hopes Rise

AUSTIN, TX – Arch Manning silenced doubters with a stellar performance Saturday, leading #13 Texas Longhorns to a 34-31 victory over #11 Vanderbilt. Manning threw for 328 yards and three touchdowns.

The victory caps off a grueling stretch for Texas that included narrow road wins against Kentucky and Mississippi State. Against Mississippi State, backup quarterback Matthew Caldwell threw the game-winning touchdown pass in overtime after Manning was injured during the game.

With a 7-2 record, the Longhorns enter a bye week before facing #5 Georgia in Athens for a primetime matchup. The Longhorns will continue their season with games against Arkansas and #3 Texas A&M.

Despite being ranked outside the initial College Football Playoff top 25, the Longhorns remain in contention for a playoff berth. Wins in their remaining games, particularly against Georgia and Texas A&M, would significantly boost their chances of securing a spot in the expanded 12-team playoff field.

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