Texas stuns LSU: Arch Manning's TD in final seconds ends CFP hopes for Lane Kiffin, Tigers

Key Points:

• Texas secured a dramatic 22-21 victory over LSU in Baton Rouge, with quarterback Arch Manning connecting to Raleek Brown for a game-winning touchdown with two seconds left, overcoming an 11-point deficit in the third quarter.
• Both teams struggled offensively, each throwing three interceptions, marking the first ranked SEC matchup since 2000 with both quarterbacks committing that many turnovers; LSU's Sam Leavitt's mistakes, including two end-zone interceptions, were costly.
• Texas' defense played a crucial role, forcing seven tackles for loss and three interceptions, while the offense, led by Manning's late-game composure, overcame earlier struggles to clinch the win, improving Texas' record to 5-0 against CFP-ranked teams.
• LSU, under first-year coach Lane Kiffin, fell to 6-4 and faces an uphill battle to make the postseason, with offensive inefficiencies in critical moments undermining their performance despite outgaining Texas in total yards.
• Travel disruptions delayed Texas' arrival in Baton Rouge, but the team managed to overcome the challenges and secure a victory that likely ensures their spot in the College Football Playoff after missing out last season.