Texas vs. Mississippi State

Last Meeting vs. Mississippi State

Game Notes

The Texas Longhorns and Mississippi State Bulldogs have met five times in football, with Texas leading the series 3–2. A sixth matchup is scheduled for 2025. The games have been played in Austin, Starkville, and a neutral site (Dallas). Here’s a breakdown of their matchups:

1921: Longhorns’ Dominant Shutout
On November 11, 1921, Texas crushed Mississippi A&M (now Mississippi State) 54–7 at Clark Field in Austin, marking the largest margin of victory in the series.

1991: Bulldogs Rally in Starkville
On September 7, 1991, Mississippi State defeated Texas 13–6 at Scott Field in Starkville, overcoming a tough Longhorns squad in a low-scoring defensive battle.

1992: Mississippi State Upsets in Austin
On September 5, 1992, No. 21 Mississippi State beat No. 25 Texas 28–10 at Darrell K Royal-Texas-Memorial Stadium in Austin, with the Bulldogs rushing for 242 yards and two touchdowns.

1999: Texas Triumphs in Cotton Bowl
On January 1, 1999, Texas defeated No. 25 Mississippi State 38–11 in the Cotton Bowl in Dallas. Major Applewhite threw for 225 yards and three touchdowns, while Wane McGarity caught two scores and Ricky Williams added 203 rushing yards and two touchdowns.

2024: Longhorns’ SEC Debut Victory
On September 28, 2024, No. 1 Texas beat Mississippi State 35–13 at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin. Arch Manning passed for 324 yards and two touchdowns, including a 50-yard strike to DeAndre Moore Jr., marking Texas’ first win as an SEC member.