Unforgettable plays from the Texas Longhorns’ 2024 football season

College football seasons and memories age over time in two ways. I think they’re either stored in buckets of sentiment or bitterness. After thinking on it for a few weeks, I know how I’ll remember this past season. Though meat was surely left on the bone in the Longhorns’ 2024 campaign, I’ll still think back on it with fondness. Rather than serve as a season that wakes me up in the middle of the night with cold sweats and screams, not Maryland, not Taysom Hill ! It’ll be one that I’ll enjoy telling my grandkids about as they bounce on my lap and we watch Arch Manning Jr. win Super Bowls. Here are the plays from each game I’ll never forget.

Jahdae Barron turns into Willie Mays. Much was made over the summer about Barron’s move to cornerback and his number change to Michael Huff ’s No. 7. In the Longhorns’ first game, it was obvious the Jim Thorpe Award was on the Austin native’s mind.

The Texas Longhorns’ 2024 football season was marked by several unforgettable plays that showcased the team’s resilience and talent. Here are some of the most memorable moments:

Alfred Collins’ Game-Saving Forced Fumble Against Arkansas: In a critical fourth-quarter moment, senior defensive tackle Alfred Collins chased down Arkansas’ CJ Brown, tackling him from behind and forcing a fumble. Safety Michael Taaffe recovered the ball, allowing Texas to maintain possession and run out the clock, securing a 20-10 victory.
Houston Chronicle
Quinn Ewers’ Clutch Overtime Touchdown Pass Against Arizona State: Facing a fourth-and-13 in overtime during the College Football Playoff quarterfinals, quarterback Quinn Ewers delivered a decisive 28-yard touchdown pass, securing a win over Arizona State and advancing Texas to the semifinals.
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Arch Manning’s 15-Yard Touchdown Run Against Texas A&M: Stepping in for an injured Ewers, freshman quarterback Arch Manning executed a crucial 15-yard touchdown run on a fourth-and-2 play, capping a 93-yard drive and giving Texas an early lead in their 17-7 victory over rival Texas A&M.
New York Post
Matthew Golden’s 75-Yard Touchdown Reception in the Spring Game: In the 2024 spring game, sophomore quarterback Arch Manning connected with wide receiver DeAndre Moore Jr. for a 75-yard touchdown pass, highlighting the team’s offensive potential for the upcoming season.
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Wardell Mack’s End Zone Interception Against Colorado State: Defensive back Wardell Mack made a leaping interception in the back of the end zone, preserving Texas’ first opening day shutout since 2004 and setting the tone for the season.
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