# Texas Longhorns Lose to Florida

> Texas Longhorns fall to Florida in 27-24 loss after key player injuries.
- Title: Texas Longhorns Lose to Florida · Texas Longhorns On SI
- Summary: Texas Longhorns fall to Florida in 27-24 loss after key player injuries. Texas Longhorns lost 27-24 to Florida with Raleek Brown, Colin Simmons, and Justin…
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- Source: Texas Longhorns On SI — https://si.com/college/texas/football/3-longhorns-that-stood-out-against-florida
- Published: 2026-10-18T02:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: texas longhorns, florida gators, raleek brown, colin simmons, justin cryer, nfl, college football, sports
## Texas Longhorns Lose
Texas lost for the first time at Darrell K. Royal, Texas Memorial Stadium this season against the Florida Gators, 27-24.
## Florida Starts Strong
Florida started the game outmatched by two explosive plays by the Longhorns with a 32-yard rushing touchdown by Raleek Brown and a punt return touchdown in the second quarter.
## Game-Altering Injury
Texas could not keep momentum after a game-altering injury shifted momentum, leading to Florida victory.
## Raleek Brown
Raleek Brown opened scoring with 32-yard rushing touchdown and averaged 5.9 yards per carry.
## Colin Simmons
Simmons left game with ankle injury after one sack and four tackles for loss.
## Justin Cryer
Cryer had 11 tackles leading the team and game before Florida found rhythm.
## Team Struggles
Texas offense looked mediocre and needs to improve to fight for playoff position.
## Key takeaway

Texas Longhorns lost 27-24 to Florida with Raleek Brown, Colin Simmons, and Justin Cryer performing well despite the defeat.