- Matchup: Texas Longhorns vs Mississippi State Bulldogs
- Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025
- Venue: Davis Wade Stadium, Starkville, MS
- Broadcast: SEC Network
- Betting Odds/Point Spread: Bulldogs (+7.0)
- Over-Under Total: 45
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The Texas Longhorns, sporting a record of 5-2, are set to clash with the Mississippi State Bulldogs, who sit at 4-3, on October 25, 2025, at Davis Wade Stadium. The Longhorns are entered as 7.0-point favorites for this encounter, with a total set at 45 points.
Texas heads into this game with a 5-2 season record. In their previous outing, the Longhorns faced the Kentucky Wildcats, securing a narrow victory with a score of 16-13. During that contest, Texas rushed the ball 28 times, accumulating 47 yards for an average of 1.7 yards per carry. They executed 55 plays that resulted in 179 total yards. Defensively, Texas allowed 31 completions on 40 attempts, yielding 258 passing yards and a completion rate of 77.5%. On the ground, they conceded 137 rushing yards on 46 attempts, averaging 3.0 yards per carry.
In terms of scoring, the Texas Longhorns average 26.7 points per game. They generate an average of 149.4 rushing yards, placing them 74th in Division 1 statistics. For the season, Texas has amassed a total of 2,577 yards. In the end zone, they have scored 12 touchdowns through the air and 9 on the ground, while achieving 122 first downs offensively. This season, they have incurred 55 penalties resulting in 464 yards and have committed 6 turnovers.
Defensively, the Longhorns have surrendered 1,371 passing yards, ranking them 42nd in D-1. They allow an average of 195.9 passing yards per game and a completion percentage of 62.4%. Overall, their defense permits 279.1 total yards per game, which ranks 12th nationally. They have allowed 3 passing touchdowns and 5 rushing touchdowns, giving up an average of 2.6 yards per carry and 83.3 rushing yards per contest this season. In total, they have conceded 583 rushing yards across 7 games, and they boast a fantastic ranking of 3rd in the nation in team defense, allowing only 11.3 points per game.
The Mississippi State Bulldogs enter this matchup with a 4-3 record. In their last game, they suffered a close loss to the Florida Gators, finishing with a score of 23-21. During this contest, the Bulldogs allowed 34 rushing attempts, yielding 172 yards at an average of 5.1 yards per rush. The Bulldogs’ secondary faced challenges, allowing a 58.8% completion rate, with 280 passing yards given up on 20 completions out of 34 attempts. Mississippi State managed to amass a total of 468 yards, running 80 plays with an average of 5.9 yards per play, while their rushing game averaged 3.3 yards, totaling 144 yards on 44 carries.
On the offensive side, the Bulldogs rank 50th in Division 1, scoring an average of 31.9 points per game. They accumulate 405.9 yards of offense per game, placing them 59th nationally. This season, Mississippi State has incurred 522 penalty yards across 57 infractions, ranking 11th for most penalties within the country. The Bulldogs have thrown 5 interceptions and allowed opponents to recover 3 fumbles while earning 147 first downs. To date, they have amassed 1,591 passing yards, averaging 227.3 yards per game, ranking them 70th in D-1. Rushing-wise, they average 178.6 yards per game with a total of 1,250 rushing yards this season.
Defensively, the Bulldogs permit an average of 20.3 points per game, putting them at 38th in D-1. They have surrendered 1,148 rushing yards (164.0 yards per game) and 7 rushing touchdowns so far this year. The Bulldogs also allowed 7 touchdowns through the air, averaging 187.3 passing yards allowed per game, ranking 30th in the nation. Their defense has been active on 465 plays, ranking 74th nationwide, with 3 fumbles recovered and 10 interceptions recorded this season. Overall, they have allowed a total of 142 points.
Who will emerge victorious in this exciting matchup between the Longhorns and Bulldogs?
Prediction: Bet on the Longhorns -7.0
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