Texas Longhorns Ranked Second-Highest Team EA Sports College Football 26

The Texas Longhorns are highly ranked in the upcoming college football season and in the EA Sports College Football 26 video game, positioned as the No. 2 team behind Alabama with an overall rating of 88. They are tied for the top offense rating at 91, alongside Penn State, Ohio State, and Arizona State, while their defense is rated second-best with a 94, just behind Alabama's 96. Key Texas players such as linebacker Anthony Hill Jr., EDGE Colin Simmons, safety Michael Taaffe, and running back Quintrevion Wisner are among the top-rated players in the game, reflecting their strong individual performances. Arch Manning is expected to take on a leading quarterback role for Texas this season after two years as a backup, with high hopes for his development in his third year in the system. Ohio State, despite losing several defensive starters, remains a top defensive team with a 92 rating and is tied for fourth in the game, highlighting the competitiveness of the top college football programs. The Southeastern Conference (SEC) dominates the rankings with twelve of the top 25 teams, underscoring the conference's continued strength.