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The Book of Manning: Arch rewrites his Texas legacy with epic comeback against Ohio State
CBS Sports • • general
Key Points:
- Texas quarterback Arch Manning led a historic comeback victory against No. 1 Ohio State, overcoming a 23-3 deficit to win 24-23, marking the largest comeback against a No. 1 team since 1988.
- Manning's performance was marked by a dominant fourth quarter where he completed 11 of 15 passes for 128 yards and a touchdown, orchestrating three long touchdown drives in the final 15 minutes.
- Despite early turnovers and boos from the home crowd, Manning demonstrated resilience and leadership, rallying his team and maintaining composure to secure the win.
- The comeback was notable as Texas had never before overcome a 20-point deficit to beat a No. 1 team, and Ohio State had previously won 115 consecutive games when leading by 20 or more.
- Manning's growth and maturity as a quarterback were praised by coach Sarkisian, highlighting his ability to perform under pressure and solidify his status as a dependable leader against top-ranked opponents.
