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No. 4 Texas vs. No. 1 Ohio State live updates: Buckeyes score critical late TD to go up 20-3

Top-ranked Ohio State established a dominant 20-3 advantage by the midway point of their marquee showdown against fourth-ranked Texas on September 12, 2026, at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin. The Buckeyes seized control late in the opening half courtesy of a crucial touchdown, leaving Steve Sarkisian's Longhorns and quarterback Arch Manning facing a steep uphill battle after an unfortunate first quarter for the host team.

The matchup marks the third encounter between the powerhouse programs since January 2025, with Ohio State having claimed victories in the previous two meetings. Texas, who holds a 2-3 all-time record against the Buckeyes and has been unable to defeat them since the 2009 Fiesta Bowl, entered this second-week clash seeking both revenge and crucial positioning for postseason consideration.