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Ohio State vs Texas: Week 2 CFP Test

9/7/2026

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Summary

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Texas Longhorns will host Ohio State Buckeyes in Week 2.
Both programs entered the season ranked in the top 5 and won lopsided openings.
Ohio State leads the all-time series 3-2, winning the last two meetings.
The game is viewed as a key College Football Playoff test for both teams.

History

Historical Context

In September 2006, No. 1 Ohio State traveled to Austin and beat No. 2 Texas 24-7, marking the earliest top-two regular-season clash in NCAA history. Texas rebounded to capture the national title by defeating USC 41-38 in the Rose Bowl, its 800th program win. The 2024 Week 2 meeting again pits both schools in the top five, a potential CFP gateway.

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Story summary

Texas Longhorns will host Ohio State Buckeyes in Week 2.
Both programs entered the season ranked in the top 5 and won lopsided openings.
Ohio State leads the all-time series 3-2, winning the last two meetings.
The game is viewed as a key College Football Playoff test for both teams.

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