In spite of the struggles, the Texas Longhorns still have a chance at playing in Arlington.
They’ll need some help, but their part of the equation is simple — survive and advance. The first test is one of the toughest they’ll face in the final four games, in Manhattan, KS against the Kansas State Wildcats.
Texas has been nothing short of awful on the road under Steve Sarkisian, losing all but one road contests in the last two seasons. Reversing that trend will not only result in Texas getting bowl eligible for the season and continue their hopes to make it to the title game, but help keep the narrative of progress on the Forty Acres alive.