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McConaughey’s Viral Pep Talk Precedes Texas’ 14-7 Loss to Ohio State

The actor’s pregame message trended as the opener exposed offensive issues for the preseason No. 1.

Texas fan Matthew McConaughey on the sidelines before the Ohio State and Texas game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio on Aug 30, 2025.
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Actor Matthew McConaughey walks along the Texas sideline during the first half at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, September 7, 2024.

Overview

  • Matthew McConaughey told Texas to focus in a Big Noon Kickoff segment, saying, “Ding ding, we’re in the ring,” in a clip shared widely by FOX Sports on X.
  • Before kickoff at Ohio Stadium, he declined an Ohio State hat offered by a fan, reinforcing his Longhorns allegiance, per reporter Anwar Richardson.
  • No. 3 Ohio State beat No. 1 Texas 14-7 after leading 14-0 into the fourth quarter, handing the Longhorns an immediate setback to start the season.
  • Arch Manning, in his first full season as the starter, went 17-of-30 for 170 yards with one touchdown and one interception, fueling questions about the offense.
  • Postgame reaction targeted McConaughey as he was teased on the stadium scoreboard and stayed silent on the loss online while posting about Austin FC, with attention now turning to Texas’ home opener against San Jose State.