No. 3 Texas Defeats Kentucky 31-14, Sets Stage for SEC Showdown with Texas A&M

Quinn Ewers led the Longhorns despite an ankle injury, while Texas' defense and run game secured the win to keep College Football Playoff hopes alive.

Quinn Ewers threw for 191 yards and two touchdowns despite playing through a tender ankle injury, which will undergo a precautionary MRI to rule out structural damage.
Texas improved to 10-1 overall and 6-1 in the SEC, maintaining its position as a top contender for the College Football Playoff in its first year in the conference.
Running back Quintrevion Wisner rushed for 158 yards and a late touchdown, helping the Longhorns control the clock and seal the victory in the fourth quarter.
The Longhorns' defense held Kentucky to just 232 total yards and stopped key scoring opportunities, including a goal-line stand and missed field goal in the third quarter.
Next week's matchup against Texas A&M will determine which team advances to the SEC Championship Game, with significant playoff implications for the winner.