Steve Sarkisian lauds the undeniable toughness of his Texas team
Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian highlighted his team’s resilience after a hard-fought win over Missouri, calling their mental and physical toughness the defining trait of the season. The No.
7 Longhorns (4-0) overcame injuries, playing without three key starters—including star edge Colin Simmons, who returned with limited snaps after a high ankle sprain—and managed just 18 plays from him. Despite the roster setbacks, Texas relied on depth and transfer portal additions like running back Raleek Brown, who sealed the victory with an 8-yard touchdown run in the final minute and accounted for 86 of the team’s 101 rushing yards on 17 carries.
Wide receiver Emmett Mosley V led the receiving game with 85 yards on five catches, while Ryan Wingo—who practiced minimally before the game—added 52 yards on six receptions and a 6-yard scramble, proving his durability in the face of adversity.
