TOUGH TEST: Why Texas MUST Beat Ohio State for 2026 Championship Hopes | SEC Best Players of Week 1

The Texas Longhorns brace for a must-win showdown against Ohio State as College GameDay arrives in Austin. Can Arch Manning and Cam Coleman ignite the offense and rewrite their narrative after previous Longhorn vs Buckeye disappointments? Chris Gordy and Brad Kellner break down Texas’ explosive start against Texas State, highlight key injury updates across the SEC, and question if the Longhorns’ run game and revamped O-line are ready for the Buckeyes’ elite defense.Key discussions include the emergence of Cam Coleman as Arch Manning’s go-to target, Will Muschamp’s impact as defensive coordinator, and the strategies Texas may deploy to contain Ohio State’s explosive duo, Julian Sayin and Jeremiah Smith. Analysis extends to SEC Players of the Week for Week 1 with LSU putting three guys on the list, crucial injury news for top SEC contenders, and what a win or loss means for Texas’ playoff hopes. Don’t miss this essential preview of a season-defining college football clash. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!KALSHIFor a limited time, Download the Kalshi app and use code [LOCKEDON] to get $10 when you trade $10.  SupplyHouseVisit https://SupplyHouse.com/TM to learn more about becoming a Trade Master.  Use promo code S H Five College for five percent off your first order.  SupplyHouse. Real people. Real service.IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast.SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/COLLEGE ! #squarepod LARINECOGive Larine a try. Right now, Larine Co is offering our listeners up to 50% off at https://BUYLARINE.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE.  OdooGreat organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon.5-Hour ENERGYBring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelMake this Your Most Rewarding Season Ever with FanDuel. Get $350 in Bonus Bets — GUARANTEED — when you bet five dollars every day for seven days.  Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM  FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.