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No. 4 Texas vs. No. 1 Ohio State live updates: Buckeyes lead 20-3 at halftime

Top-ranked Ohio State established a commanding 20-3 advantage over fourth-ranked Texas by the break at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on September 12, 2026. A string of critical missteps throughout the opening two quarters doomed Steve Sarkisian's squad, which also set an unwelcome program record during the first frame in Austin.

Quarterback Arch Manning warmed up ahead of the contest looking to halt the Buckeyes' recent dominance.

The matchup marks the third showdown between the powerhouses since January 2025, with Columbus having captured the prior two encounters and Texas holding a 2-3 mark in the historical series. Beyond seeking redemption for last season's contentious postseason absence, the Longhorns entered Week 2 attempting to prevent the visiting squad from securing a third consecutive victory against them.