American college quarterback for the Texas Longhorns
Texas orchestrates a fourth-quarter rally led by Manning to erase a 20-point deficit, toppling No. 1 Ohio State 24-23 in Austin. Manning throws for 196 yards with a TD; Smothers scores the go-ahead rushing TD as Texas completes the comeback and grabs a signature win for coach Sarkisian.
Texas coach Steve Sarkisian faced backlash after an AI-edited video mocked a postgame moment with ESPN’s Holly Rowe. Arch Manning has apologized for laughing at the clip, and Rowe has accepted the apology. The episode follows a dramatic Texas comeback over Ohio State and sparked a broader debate about AI-edited violence in sports media.
Oklahoma State has defeated No. 1 Oregon 39-31 in Stillwater, breaking a long skid and ending a 21-game losing streak against FBS opponents. Quarterback Mestemaker throws for 317 yards with two interceptions, while rushing for 109 yards and a TD; Drew Massekemaker leads a late comeback.
KFC has opened Open House in McKinney, Texas, a test restaurant offering breakfast, late hours, table service, and new menu items. The concept aims to learn what works for guests and rolls out successful ideas system-wide. The restaurant features digital kiosks, table service, dual drive-thru lanes, a photo booth and merch counter.
Presidential attention during a high-stakes Texas-Tennessee game has prompted teams to plan for potential headset disruptions as officials note security movements can interrupt on-field communication. The Texas quarterback Arch Manning is set to play in Neyland Stadium, with Trump’s attendance adding a unique layer to the SEC showdown.
Week 4 delivered high-octane performances across conferences, with standout shows from Ohio State, Texas, and Florida, plus a brutal injury scare that reverberates through the college football landscape as teams prepare for a weekend slate of marquee matchups.