Studs and duds from Texas’ loss to Washington in the Alamo Bowl

Quinn Ewers and Terrance Brooks were bright spots in Texas’ loss.

No. 21 Texas fell short to No. 12 Washington in the 2022 Alamo Bowl. The Huskies held control of the game from start to finish, holding on to a 27-20 victory.

The Longhorns’ rushing attack was non-existent without Bijan Robinson and Roschon Johnson in the backfield. Texas ran the ball 18 times for just 51 yards on a 2.8 yards per carry pace.

Quinn Ewers played a solid game despite the struggles in the run game. He looked much more comfortable with the offense, especially in the second half. However, a few huge drops by Xavier Worthy kept Texas from really getting back in the game.

Third downs gave Texas’ defense tons of trouble all night. Washington converted 11-20 third downs, consistently killing Texas with long, methodical drives.

Texas finishes the season with an improved 8-5 record, leaving much to be desired on the table. All five of the Horns’ losses came by one possession.

Here is a look at the studs and duds from Texas’ season-ending loss at the hands of Washington.

Everything Steve Sarkisian said at the Alamo Bowl press conference

Steve Sarkisian updated the media ahead of the Alamo Bowl.

Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian met with the media on Thursday ahead of the Longhorns’ matchup with Washington at the Alamo Bowl. Continue reading “Everything Steve Sarkisian said at the Alamo Bowl press conference”

No. 20 Texas to take on No. 12 Washington in the Valero Alamo Bowl

Texas is going back to the Alamo Bowl to square off against Washington.

No. 20 Texas is set to take on No. 12 Washington in the Valero Alamo Bowl on Dec. 29.

This top-25 matchup between Big 12 and Pac-12 teams should have no shortage of fireworks and star power. Texas running back Bijan Robinson, should he decide to play, and Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. are two of the most exciting players in the nation.

Washington enters with a 10-2 record on the season, winners of six straight games. The Huskies boast a dynamic offense that is scoring over 40 points per game. Penix Jr. currently holds the most passing yards in the country.

Texas heads to San Antonio with an 8-4 record. The Longhorns reached bowl eligibility after a 5-7 season in 2021.

This game features some familiarity between the two programs. Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian and defensive coordinator Pete Kwiatkowski are former Washington coaches. Sarkisian spent 2009-2013 as the Huskies’ head coach while Kwiatkowski served as an assistant at Washington from 2014-2020.

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