Is this the most important game in the Steve Sarkisian era at Texas? It certainly feels like it. Sarkisian and quarterback Arch Manning have been a punching bag for the national college football media all week. Some are even speculatingthis could be Sark's last game as coach in Austin.

The entire UT football program has come under the microscope this week. Three weeks ago, the Longhorns were No. 1 in the nation. Since then, the Horns have suffered crushing losses to unranked Oklahoma and Florida. In both game, the Longhorns gave up a lead in the second half and Manning has looked lost and ineffective.

Sarkisian's coaching of Manning has been called into question, with many national experts speculating Manning will transfer at the end of the season. Backup QB KJ Lacey has been given more reps in practice. While Manning promises he will get better, Longhorns fans need to see results ... starting tonight against the Ole Miss Rebels.

Texas Longhorns vs. Ole Miss Rebels score

Texas vs. Ole Miss live updates, analysis

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Arch Manning, Steve Sarkisian, Longhorns arrive at DKR

06:14 PM ET, October 24 2026, Trey Luerssen

Arch Manning fired up for this matchup tonight #HookEm | #Texaspic.twitter.com/gW0pmi2itl

— Cory Mose (@Cory_Mose) October 24, 2026

almost showtime 🎬#HookEmpic.twitter.com/2aIXxaBAMZ

— Texas Longhorns (@TexasLonghorns) October 24, 2026

Walk in locked in pic.twitter.com/7wMGDte6qz

— Texas Football (@TexasFootball) October 24, 2026

the boys are in the building 📍#HookEmpic.twitter.com/mITGYMgZhH

— Texas Longhorns (@TexasLonghorns) October 24, 2026

suits and ties 👔#HookEmpic.twitter.com/tFvVOpsy3F

— Texas Longhorns (@TexasLonghorns) October 24, 2026

Tunnel vision pic.twitter.com/xoDbz1msxa

— Texas Football (@TexasFootball) October 24, 2026

Texas Longhorns captains for Ole Miss game

05:29 PM ET, October 24 2026, Trey Luerssen

Defensive lineman Hero Kanu, offensive tackle Trevor Goosby, return specialist Ryan Niblett and defensive back Jelani McDonald will serve as the Longhorns captains tonight at DKR against the Rebels.

Front of the line🤘 pic.twitter.com/0XyegE5M4o

— Texas Football (@TexasFootball) October 24, 2026

Texas Longhorns and Ole Miss Injuries

05:24 PM ET, October 24 2026, Trey Luerssen

Texas defensive linemen Colin Simmons and Richard Wesley were both ruled out on Wednesday. On Friday, running back Hollywood Smothers went from doubtful to out on the official SEC Injury Report. WR Kaliq Lockett and OL Jaydon Chatman are also out.

Friday Injury Report
• RB Hollywood Smothers is OUT
• OL Jackson Christian is added as questionable
• RB Derrek Cooper remains probable
OTF: https://t.co/LauyBxdfRrpic.twitter.com/H1TqrbNIXP

— CJ Vogel (@CJVogel_OTF) October 24, 2026

Texas Longhorns vs. Ole Miss Weather

05:23 PM ET, October 24 2026, Trey Luerssen

It should be a perfect night for football in Austin tonight.

A little warm in the afternoon ahead of the game, but otherwise really pleasant weather for Texas-Ole Miss. pic.twitter.com/bo3kD63GnP

— Hunter Williams (@Hunt_Wx) October 24, 2026

Texas Longhorns vs. Ole Miss Rebels game info

05:21 PM ET, October 24 2026, Trey Luerssen

  • Game day: Oct. 24, 2026
  • Game time: 6:30 p.m. CT
  • Location: Austin, Texas
  • Stadium: Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium

What channel is Texas Longhorns vs. Ole Miss Rebels on?

05:20 PM ET, October 24 2026, Trey Luerssen

  • TV channel: ABC
  • Streaming options: ESPN app | Fubo (free trial)
  • Announcers:
    • Play-by-Play: Chris Fowler
    • Analyst: Kirk Herbstreit
    • Sideline Reporter: Holly Rowe

Lights on tonight🤘 pic.twitter.com/v3O3qjbvlt

— Texas Football (@TexasFootball) October 24, 2026

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