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Texas Longhorns Playoff Hope Slips
Texas Longhorns' playoff chances collapse after back-to-back losses.
In brief
Texas Longhorns' playoff chances collapse after back-to-back losses. Texas Longhorns' playoff hopes remain slim after two straight losses, with ESPN giving them a 41% chance to earn a bid. Originally reported by Texas Longhorns On SI.
Texas Longhorns' Playoff Status
Texas Longhorns were the No. 1 team in the country just two weeks ago, with a playoff berth seeming almost certain.
Recent Losses Impact Playoff Chances
Texas suffered a 27, 24 loss to Florida, dropping Steve Sarkisian’s team to 4, 2 overall and 1, 2 in SEC play.
SEC Championship Path Narrow
Even if Texas wins out, it would have a 7, 2 SEC record but no guarantee of an SEC Championship appearance.
SEC Standings Challenge
Georgia and Kentucky sit atop the SEC standings with a 4, 1 record, while Tennessee and Ole Miss follow with 3, 1 records.
Unpredictable SEC Season
Auburn stunned No. 1 Georgia 27, 24, ending its time atop the rankings after just one week.
At-Large Playoff Path Open
Texas has two wins over top-15 teams: No. 3 Ohio State and No. 11 Tennessee, which could help their playoff bid.
Remaining Schedule Challenges
Texas faces six consecutive conference games, including three against teams ranked in the AP Top 25.
Playoff Probability
ESPN still gives Texas a 41% chance to earn a playoff bid after Saturday's loss.
Playoff Risks
Another loss would make Texas's playoff chances much harder, as they've already squandered two double-digit leads.
Final Challenge
Texas has six games left to prove they still belong in the playoff conversation.
The essence
Texas Longhorns' playoff hopes remain slim after two straight losses, with ESPN giving them a 41% chance to earn a bid.
