Texas Football Loses to Ohio State in Cotton Bowl

The Texas Longhorns suffered a heartbreaking loss to Ohio State in the Cotton Bowl, marking their second consecutive defeat in the College Football Playoff semifinals. With Texas trailing 21-14 and poised to score from the one-yard line, head coach Steve Sarkisian opted for a controversial toss play to Quintrevion Wisner, which resulted in a seven-yard loss. This decision led to a turnover on the subsequent fourth down, culminating in an 83-yard fumble return touchdown by Ohio State's Jack Sawyer, sealing the Buckeyes' victory at 28-14. Sarkisian faced intense criticism from fans and analysts alike for his play-calling, with some calling it one of the worst in college football history. Despite the team's competitive performance, the loss has raised questions about Sarkisian's decision-making in crucial moments. The Longhorns will look to rebound as they prepare for their next season opener against Ohio State in August 2024.