Texas Stuns No. 1 Ohio State in Epic Comeback

Week 2 of the 2026 college football season delivered a series of dramatic upsets that significantly reshaped the national landscape, most notably the stunning collapse of No. 1 Ohio State against No. 4 Texas. The Longhorns overcame a 20-point fourth-quarter deficit to win 24-23, marking their first victory over a top-ranked team since 2008. The game in Austin appeared firmly in Ohio State's control, with the Buckeyes leading 23-3 early in the final period. However, Texas mounted a furious rally, scoring 21 unanswered points. The decisive score came on a 1-yard touchdown run by running back Hollywood Smothers with just 25 seconds remaining. Quarterback Arch Manning threw for 196 yards and a touchdown in the comeback effort. The loss sent Ohio State tumbling from the top spot to No. 5 in the updated AP Top 25 poll. The defeat was particularly damaging as it leaves the Buckeyes with no margin for error for the remainder of the season if they hope to secure a top-four seed and a first-round bye in the College Football Playoff. Another major upset occurred in Stillwater, where Oklahoma State defeated No. 6 Oregon 39-31. The loss dropped the Ducks to No.