Texas rides stout defensive performance to hold off Vols
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Key Points:
- Texas Longhorns defeated 14th-ranked Tennessee Volunteers 20-17 at Neyland Stadium, marking their first visit there and continuing Tennessee's drought against AP No. 1 teams since 1985.
- Colin Simmons tied the Texas program record with five sacks, contributing to a total of 10 sacks by Texas' defense, which was pivotal in securing the win despite some penalties.
- Raleek Brown's two rushing touchdowns, including a late 4-yard score, provided the winning margin in the SEC opener for both teams.
- Tennessee quarterback Arch Manning threw for 201 yards but struggled with six sacks, an interception, and two illegal forward passes, impacting Tennessee's offensive effectiveness.
- The game featured a dramatic finish with Tennessee recovering an onside kick and scoring late, but Texas' defense held firm on the final play to preserve the victory.
