Texas A&M Extends Undefeated Streak to 7-0 After 45-42 Arkansas Victory

Texas A&M secured a thrilling 45-42 victory over Arkansas, pushing their record to 7-0 for the first time since 1994 and positioning them to rise to at least No. 3 in national college football rankings, their highest standing since 1995. Despite the loss, Arkansas' performance elicited strong reactions and deep analysis from local sports commentators and dedicated Razorback coverage platforms. Meanwhile, Texas Longhorns, coming off a victory against Oklahoma, managed a narrow 16-13 overtime win against Kentucky, largely due to a strong defensive showing that limited Kentucky to 13 points and a key goal-line stand in overtime. However, Texas’ offense struggled significantly, marked by multiple punts, poor coordination, and a near-collapse in overtime, highlighting ongoing challenges despite defensive resilience. Special teams played a crucial role for Texas, with impactful punt returns setting up scoring opportunities, while defensive players delivered standout performances with multiple tackles, sacks, and turnovers. Overall, these games showcased both Texas A&M’s rise in college football and Texas Longhorns’ mixed results, combining defensive strength with offensive struggles.