Texas Longhorns Graded 29-26 Win TCU

Texas football team's 29-26 win over TCU highlights depth and playmakers but struggles to keep big leads. Ewers' return boosts offense.

The Texas football team has been a source of both excitement and frustration this season. With a 9-1 record, the team has shown depth and playmaking ability on both offense and defense. However, they have struggled to maintain big leads, as evidenced by their nail-biting wins over TCU, Houston, and Kansas State.

Quinn Ewers' return to the lineup brought a sense of relief to the offense, despite some early rust and a few underthrown passes. His connection with Xavier Worthy, who had a standout performance, was a key factor in the team's success. However, the loss of running back Jonathon Brooks to a season-ending ACL injury has raised questions about the team's running game moving forward.

The passing game, led by Ewers, Worthy, and Adonai Mitchell, showed signs of improvement and potential for the final stretch of the season. The offensive line also had a strong performance, allowing Ewers to throw for over 300 yards without being sacked.

On the defensive side, the front line, particularly T'Vondre Sweat and Byron Murphy II, was instrumental in slowing down TCU's running game and putting pressure on their quarterback. The linebackers and secondary also had solid performances, despite some late-game struggles.

Special teams, led by Bert Auburn's consistent field goal kicking, played a crucial role in securing the win over TCU. However, there were some issues with punting and kick returns that need to be addressed.

Overall, Texas' win over TCU showcased the team's potential, but also highlighted areas for improvement and the need to overcome the loss of key players due to injury. As they head into the final stretch of the season, Texas will need to rely on their depth and resilience to secure a spot in the College Football Playoff.