The Texas Longhorns dealt with a wave of injuries during their Week 9 matchup against Mississippi State at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin on Saturday, October 31, 2026. Two defensive players and multiple offensive players were forced to exit the game due to injury, raising concerns about the team's depth moving forward.
Quarterback Arch Manning, wearing number 16, lost his helmet after being tackled during the contest. The incident highlighted the physical nature of the game and the toll it took on the Longhorns' roster. Manning's status will be monitored closely as Texas prepares for its next opponent.
The Longhorns managed to secure the victory despite the mounting injury list, but the extent of the injuries could impact the team's strategy in the coming weeks. Head coach Steve Sarkisian and his staff will evaluate the affected players throughout the week to determine their availability for future games.
