Arch Manning turns Death Valley into LSU’s funeral as Texas buries Lane Kiffin’s CFP hopes

Key Points:

• Texas Longhorns secured a dramatic 22-21 victory over LSU in Tiger Stadium, thanks to a final 12-play, 58-yard drive led by quarterback Arch Manning, despite his three interceptions earlier in the game.
• The loss effectively ends LSU's College Football Playoff hopes, disappointing fans given the team's high-profile $40 million roster and raising questions about head coach Lane Kiffin's ability to win big games.
• The game was marked by multiple turnovers and special teams errors on both sides, but Manning's last-minute touchdown pass to Raleek Brown became a defining moment in his college career and Texas football lore.
• LSU fans and analysts expressed frustration with Kiffin, comparing his struggles in critical games to his predecessor's, while Texas fans celebrated what could be the start of a postseason run.
• Despite offensive struggles throughout the game, Texas' resilience and clutch performance on the final drive showcased Manning's potential to lead the Longhorns deeper into the college football postseason.