Texas and Ohio State open the 2025 season in a noon ET matchup on Fox with Ohio State favored by 1.5 points and an over/under of 47.5. Texas will start Arch Manning in Steve Sarkisian's offense with returning targets Ryan Wingo and DeAndre Moore Jr. and Stanford transfer Emmett Mosley V, while Quintrevion Wisner adds a versatile rushing and receiving threat. Texas' front seven and pass rush, led by Colin Simmons and Anthony Hill Jr., could pressure Ohio State's offensive line. Ohio State enters with a freshman quarterback, new coordinators and an overhauled coaching staff, creating uncertainty. Betting lists Texas even on the money line and Ohio State at -120.
Arch Manning has been waiting for this moment. After two seasons behind Quinn Ewers, the Manning era officially begins, and he steps into a Steve Sarkisian offense with plenty of terrific options. Texas finished 13th in passing offense last season but lost its top three targets in receiving yards. Depth becomes critical with Ryan Wingo and DeAndre Moore Jr. returning and Stanford transfer Emmett Mosley V joining the mix. If Manning settles in quickly, this passing attack has the potential to test any defense.
The running game adds balance with Quintrevion Wisner, who quietly rushed for 1,064 yards and caught 44 passes last season. His versatility gives Sarkisian options to attack Ohio State's aggressive fronts and keep drives alive. Defensively, Texas might hold the bigger edge. The front seven has the speed and power to control the game. Linebackers Colin Simmons and Anthony Hill Jr. combined for 17 sacks in 2024 and now face an Ohio State offensive line still adjusting under new line coach Tyler Bowen.
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