In a game that lived up to its heavyweight billing, the Texas Longhorns lost 28-14 against the Ohio State Buckeyes in a thrilling showdown in the College Football Playoff semifinal at the Cotton Bowl that came down to the final moments. Fueled by a defense that delivered when it mattered most, the Longhorns had opportunities throughout the game to take control, none bigger than first and goal down seven late in the fourth quarter.
For Texas, an inability to score in this moment marked a continuation of red-zone woes in key games dating back to last season.