Texas Longhorns vs. Michigan Wolverines Live Game Updates

The Texas Longhorns might've missed the College Football Playoff cutoff, but their 2025 season isn't over just yet.

They will finish off the calendar year in Orlando, Florida, taking on the Michigan Wolverines in the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl.

While each of these teams will look different due to coaching changes, transfer portal decisions and NFL Draft declarations, the players and coaches left on each roster will be fighting to bring their respective teams one more victory in 2025.

For the Longhorns in particular, this game provides an opportunity to end this rollercoaster of a season on a high note. It's a chance to prove the personnel changes they have already suffered do not define them, and a win could help them start 2026 on a positive note.

Similar stakes exist for the Wolverines, as they enter the matchup with a different coach at the helm.

A lot remains uncertain regarding lineups and personnel, but kickoff is set for 2 p.m. CT.

Follow below for live updates once the game gets underway:

The Longhorns receive the ball first to start the game.

First quarter

A 22-yard completion from quarterback Arch Manning to wide receiver Ryan Wingo saves the Longhorns from a three-and-out situation, and a 22-yard run by running back Christian Clark helps Texas get far enough down the field for kicker Mason Shipley to kick a 33-yard field goal.

Longhorns 3, Wolverines 0

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Before the Wolverines can generate too much offensive momentum, edge rusher Colin Simmons takes quarterback Bryce Underwood down for a loss of eight yards. Michigan is forced to punt from its 37-yard line.

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Manning finds Wingo for a 9-yard gain, but tight end Nick Townsend loses two yards on a rushing attempt and forces the Longhorns to punt from their 32-yard line. It's Texas' first three-and-out of the matchup.

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The Longhorns had the opportunity to end Michigan's drive after five plays, but a face mask by defensive back Graceson Littleton results in a 15-yard penalty and a new set of downs for the Wolverines. Kicker Dominic Zvada lands a field goal from 53 yards out, and it's a tie game in Orlando.

Longhorns 3, Wolverines 3

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Wide receiver Ryan Niblett loses control of the ball on the kick return, and Michigan recovers it on Texas' 23-yard line.

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With strong starting field position, wide receiver Kendrick Bell narrowly stays in bounds for an endzone reception and Wolverines touchdown. The drive was composed of three plays and 23 yards. The extra point is good, and Michigan takes a seven point lead.

Wolverines 10, Longhorns 3

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Second quarter

Manning takes it himself to convert on fourth down, and Clark finds the endzone on the next play with a 3-yard run. The drive totaled 11 plays for 75 yards, and Shipley's sucessful extra point attempt ties it back up.

Longhorns 10, Wolverines 10

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The Wolverines drive down the field, finding the endzone in seven plays. The drive is highlighted by Underwood's 33-yard run, which sets Michigan up just four yards from the endzone.

Wolverines 17, Longhorns 10

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Penalties plague this drive for Texas, but Manning is ultimately able to find Endries for a 17-yard touchdown play. Once again, things are all tied up at the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl.

Longhorns 17, Wolverines 17

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After a net loss of three yards on three plays, the Wolverines are forced to punt from their 22-yard line. Texas defensive back Kobe Black gets called for an illegal block in the back on the punt return, setting the Longhorns back 15 yards.

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The Longhorns respond with four plays for a net gain of 10 yards, giving the ball back to the Wolverines with just under five minutes left in the first half.

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Outside of a 7-yard completion from Underwood to wide receiver Donaven McCulley, the Wolverines can't generate much momentum to get down the field. It's a three-and-out, and they punt from their own 20-yard line.

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A couple of drops by Wingo and wide receiver Parker Livingstone, along with a crucial offensive misunderstanding, terminate the potential of this drive for the Longhorns. Offensive lineman Connor Robertson snaps before head coach Steve Sarkisian and Manning seem to be ready, and Texas punts from Michigan's 43-yard line.

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Michigan spends the remainder of the half driving down the field, but Zvada misses his field goal attempt to the right as time expires on the clock.

Third quarter

Michigan starts on its 46-yard line after wide receiver Andrew Marsh returns it for 43 yards. However, despite having a 12-play drive, the Wolverines were forced to settle for a field goal and take a narrow three point lead.

Wolverines 20, Longhorns 17

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A holding call terminates a long run by Manning, but wide receiver Kaliq Lockett keeps the drive alive with a 5-yard reception. A few plays later, Manning escapes Michigan multiple defenders for a 23-yard touchdown to give the Longhorns the lead.

Longhorns 24, Wolverines 20

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Pushed back 15 yards by a targetting call, the Wolverines look to convert on second down and drive back to where they were before the penalty. Instead, Longhorns defensive back Wardell Mack intercepts Underwood's pass, and Texas takes over on offense.

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Despite the momentum that could've been generated through Mack's interception, the Longhorns find themselves unable to get into a rhythm on offense. They punt after just three plays from their own 12-yard line.

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Fourth quarter

The Wolverines start on Texas' 45-yard line, stringing together 10 plays, 40 yards and a touchdown. It's Underwood who punches it in with a 5-yard run and the Wolverines have reestablished the lead.

Wolverines 27, Longhorns 24

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Manning takes it himself on fourth down, picking up 15 yards and renewing Texas' set of downs. Just a couple of plays later, it's Lockett who gets on the other end of a 30-yard touchdown pass.

Longhorns 31, Wolverines 27

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Michigan attempts to climb its way back, but Texas linebacker Ty'Anthony Smith comes up with an interception at Texas' 45-yard line.

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It takes just one play for Manning to find the endzone this drive, rushing 60 yards and helping his team add seven more to the scoreboard.

Longhorns 38, Wolverines 27

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Smith snags his second interception of the night, helping further build Texas' fourth quarter momentum. The Longhorns seem to be on a hot streak, with Manning and Smith at the forefront.

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Shipley sinks a field goal from 51 yards out, adding to the solidity of Texas' late lead. Less than four minutes remain in regulation, and the Longhorns will set up on defense.

Longhorns 41, Wolverines 27

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It's a long drive for the Wolverines, but Underwood doesn't seem to have consistent control over Michigan's offense. He takes a pretty brutal sack with just over a minute remaining to play, and closes it out with two incompletions.

FINAL: Longhorns 41, Wolverines 27