The Texas Longhorns (10-1) and the Texas A&M Aggies (8-3) are set to renew their storied rivalry on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at Kyle Field in College Station. This matchup carries significant implications, as the winner will advance to the SEC Championship Game against Georgia. The Longhorns have been dominant this season, leading the SEC in total offense with an average of 482.3 yards per game and ranking second in scoring offense at 38.5 points per game. Quarterback Quinn Ewers has been instrumental, passing for 3,200 yards and 28 touchdowns with a 65% completion rate. However, Texas has faced challenges in the running game due to injuries, notably the loss of presumptive starter CJ Baxter before the season began.
The Aggies, despite a strong start, have encountered difficulties in SEC play, including a significant 24-point loss to South Carolina earlier this month. Their defense has been a strong point, allowing an average of 21.5 points per game, ranking third in the conference. Offensively, the loss of running back Le’Veon Moss, who was averaging 6.3 yards per carry and had scored 10 touchdowns in nine games, has impacted their ground attack. Quarterback Conner Weigman has stepped up, throwing for 2,800 yards and 22 touchdowns, but the offense will need a balanced effort to challenge Texas’s formidable defense, which ranks second in the SEC, allowing just 18.2 points per game. This high-stakes game not only revives a historic rivalry but also plays a crucial role in shaping the SEC Championship landscape.
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