Texas Longhorns are in control of their fate with two games left in the regular season. Win out, and they’re in—both the SEC Championship and the College Football Playoff are within their grasp.But here’s the cold hard truth: the margin for error is razor-thin, and if they slip up even once, their playoff dreams could vanish in a flash.
According to ESPN’s Greg McElroy, the pressure is on—especially when it comes to their showdown with Texas A&M. The rivalry game isn’t just about bragging rights. It’s about survival. McElroy sent a clear warning: if Texas loses to their archrival, their season could be over.
“Texas can handle Kentucky,” McElroy said. “But if they fall to A&M, they could get leapfrogged by Tennessee, who’s right there on the playoff bubble.” And with Tennessee being the first team left out according to the committee, this Texas-A&M matchup could be more than a playoff-eliminator. It could be the game that decides if Texas even makes it into the 12-team playoff at all.
The Stakes Have Never Been Higher for Texas
Make no mistake, the Longhorns’ path to the postseason is simple: Win their next two games, and they’re on their way to Atlanta. But that’s easier said than done. Texas A&M, with its hostile environment, is going to be a whole different beast—one the Longhorns haven’t faced in years. College Station is going to be wild, and Texas needs to be ready to bring their A-game. One misstep, and it could be game over for their playoff dreams.
But if they make it through this brutal stretch unscathed? They’ll have earned their spot, and there’s a clear path to the CFP waiting for them.
The pressure is on, and Texas can’t afford to blink now. If they don’t take care of business, their playoff hopes will be nothing but smoke.
