Texas avoided the first big upset of the College Football Playoff, beating Cam Skattebo and Arizona State 39-31 in double overtime Wednesday in a Peach Bowl quarterfinal classic. The game was an intense back-and-forth affair, with both teams refusing to give up. In the end, it was Texas that emerged victorious, thanks to a combination of grit, determination, and a little bit of luck.
The game started off with a bang, as Arizona State came out strong and took an early lead. But Texas was not to be underestimated, and they fought back with a series of impressive plays that left the crowd on the edge of their seats. As the clock ticked down, it became clear that this was going to be a game for the ages.
As the fourth quarter drew to a close, the score was tied, and the game headed into overtime. The tension was palpable as the two teams clashed in the extra period, each one determined to emerge victorious. In the end, it took not one, but two overtimes to decide the winner, with Texas finally emerging victorious.
For Texas, the win was a huge relief, as they had been facing the possibility of a huge upset. But in the end, their skill and perseverance paid off, and they were able to avoid the upset and move on to the next round of the playoffs. The team was ecstatic, and the fans were over the moon with joy.
The loss was a tough one for Arizona State, who had come so close to pulling off the upset. Despite their best efforts, they were unable to come out on top, and they were left to ponder what might have been. But they can take pride in the fact that they gave it their all and left everything on the field.
The game was a thrilling conclusion to the Peach Bowl, and it set the stage for the rest of the playoffs. With Texas moving on to the next round, the stakes are higher than ever, and the competition is only going to get fiercer. But for now, the Longhorns can bask in the glory of their hard-won victory, and look forward to the challenges that lie ahead.