Last updated: September 30, 2026
Texas vs MS State is a Southeastern Conference football game on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin. It is a night game, but the exact kickoff time and TV channel are not announced yet. No. 1 Texas hosts No. 16 Mississippi State, and Texas has won both earlier SEC meetings.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Game: Saturday, October 31, 2026, at DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin
- Rankings: No. 1 Texas and No. 16 Mississippi State, both 4–0 in the Week 5 AP poll
- Series: Texas leads 4–2 and has won the last three meetings
- Still to come: the exact kickoff time and TV channel
Texas vs MS State at a Glance
Here are the key details for the 2026 game. Records and rankings are current as of September 30.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, October 31, 2026 |
| Stadium | DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium, Austin, Texas |
| Conference game | Yes, Southeastern Conference (SEC) |
| Kickoff | Night start (5–7 p.m. CT). Exact time to be announced |
| TV channel | To be announced |
| Records | Texas 4–0, Mississippi State 4–0 |
| AP ranking (Week 5) | Texas No. 1, Mississippi State No. 16 |
| All-time series | Texas leads 4–2 |
Kickoff and TV details can still change. Check the SEC and team websites for the final time and channel.
When and Where Is Texas vs MS State?
Texas hosts this game in Austin. It is the third straight home game for the Longhorns, after Florida on October 17 and Ole Miss on October 24.
Date and Stadium
The game is on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mississippi State will travel to Austin. It will be the third time the two teams meet as SEC opponents.
Kickoff Time and TV Channel
Texas lists the game as a night start, between 5 and 7 p.m. CT. That is 6 to 8 p.m. ET. No network has been announced.
The SEC often sets exact times and channels about a week before a game. Until then, treat any specific time you see online as a guess.
Tickets
Tickets are sold through the Texas athletics ticket office and resale sites. Prices change often, so start with the official source to avoid fake listings.
Texas vs Mississippi State Football Series History
Texas leads the series 4–2, according to Mississippi State’s official records. The two teams have met six times since 1921.
| Date | Game | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Nov. 11, 1921 | Austin | Texas 54, Mississippi State 7 |
| Sept. 7, 1991 | Starkville | Mississippi State 13, Texas 6 |
| Sept. 5, 1992 | Austin | Mississippi State 28, Texas 10 |
| Jan. 1, 1999 | Cotton Bowl Classic, Dallas | Texas 38, Mississippi State 11 |
| Sept. 28, 2024 | Austin | Texas 35, Mississippi State 13 |
| Oct. 25, 2025 | Starkville | Texas 45, Mississippi State 38 (OT) |
Why Do Some Pages Show 3–2?
You may see Texas listed with a 3–2 edge. That was the record before the 2025 game. Texas’s own 2026 schedule announcement also called this game the sixth meeting. But the table above shows six games already played, so the 2026 game will be the seventh.
Mississippi State’s only wins came in 1991 and 1992. Texas has won the last three meetings, including both SEC games.
The 1999 Cotton Bowl Classic is the most famous game in the series. Texas running back Ricky Williams ran for 203 yards just days after winning the Heisman Trophy.
Last Game Recap: Texas 45, Mississippi State 38 (OT)
Texas won a wild game in Starkville on October 25, 2025. It was the second SEC meeting between the teams. Here is how it played out.
A big hole. Texas trailed 31–14 after three quarters. Mississippi State quarterback Blake Shapen finished with 381 passing yards and four touchdowns.
A late punt return. Ryan Niblett returned a punt 79 yards for a touchdown with 1:47 left in regulation. That tied the game at 38.
A quarterback change. Arch Manning left the game with an apparent injury. Matthew Caldwell stepped in and threw the winning touchdown to Emmett Mosley V in overtime.
A final stop. The Texas defense stopped Mississippi State on fourth-and-20 in overtime to seal the win.
Sports Illustrated reported that Texas had only a 1.4 percent chance to win in the fourth quarter. The comeback shows why Mississippi State is never an easy trip for the Longhorns.
The year before, Texas won 35–13 in Austin. That 2024 game was the first meeting between the teams as SEC members.
What to Watch in the 2026 Matchup
Both teams are unbeaten this year. That is a big change from 2025, when Texas went 10–3 and Mississippi State went 5–8.
| Team snapshot | Texas | Mississippi State |
|---|---|---|
| Nickname | Longhorns | Bulldogs |
| 2025 record | 10–3 | 5–8 |
| 2026 record | 4–0 (1–0 SEC) | 4–0 (2–0 SEC) |
| AP ranking (Week 5) | No. 1 | No. 16 |
| Quarterback | Arch Manning | Kamario Taylor |
Both teams started fast. Texas opened with a 59–7 win over Texas State, and Manning threw for 305 yards. Mississippi State opened with a home win over Louisiana–Monroe, and Taylor threw for 354 yards and four touchdowns.
- Texas is No. 1. The Longhorns are 4–0 and hold the top spot in the AP poll after a road win at Tennessee. Their best win so far came against Ohio State in Week 2.
- Mississippi State is rising. The Bulldogs climbed from No. 24 to No. 16 after beating then-No. 19 Missouri 31–24. Quarterback Kamario Taylor threw at least three touchdown passes in each of the team’s first three games.
- The schedules are tough. Texas has an open date on October 3, plays Oklahoma in Dallas on October 10, then hosts Florida and Ole Miss. Mississippi State hosts Alabama on October 3 and Oklahoma on October 24.
- The last game was close. Texas has won three straight in the series, but the 2025 win took overtime and a fourth-quarter comeback.
- Things will change. Records and rankings will move before October 31, so check the latest polls closer to game day.
Does “Texas vs MS State” Mean Other Sports Too?
Football is the main meaning right now. But the two schools also meet in other sports, and the 2026 results are easy to mix up.
- Baseball: No. 4 Texas beat No. 10 Mississippi State 3–1 on May 1, 2026, in Austin. The Bulldogs won the next game 7–4 on May 2.
- Softball: Texas beat Mississippi State 4–0 on May 29, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do Texas and Mississippi State play in 2026?
Texas hosts Mississippi State on Saturday, October 31, 2026. The game is at DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin and is part of the SEC schedule. Texas lists it as a night start between 5 and 7 p.m. CT.
What time and channel is Texas vs MS State?
The exact kickoff time and TV channel have not been announced. Texas says it is a night game, between 5 and 7 p.m. CT. SEC games often air on ABC, ESPN, or SEC Network, but the league picks the final channel. Watch the SEC and Texas athletics sites for the official announcement.
Who won the last Texas vs Mississippi State game?
Texas won 45–38 in overtime on October 25, 2025, in Starkville. The Longhorns trailed 31–14 after three quarters. Ryan Niblett’s 79-yard punt return touchdown tied the game late. Texas then scored first in overtime, and the defense made the final stop.
What is the Texas vs Mississippi State all-time record?
Texas leads 4–2 in football, according to Mississippi State’s records. Texas won in 1921, 1999, 2024, and 2025. Mississippi State won in 1991 and 1992. Some older pages still show 3–2, which was the record before the 2025 game.
Is Texas favored against Mississippi State?
Texas is ranked No. 1 and plays at home, while Mississippi State is ranked No. 16. Betting lines usually appear closer to game day and can change often. Check a licensed sportsbook or a major sports site for current odds.
Are Texas and Mississippi State in the same conference?
Yes. Texas joined the SEC in 2024, and Mississippi State is a longtime SEC member. The 2024, 2025, and 2026 games are all SEC matchups.
Conclusion
Texas vs MS State is a ranked SEC matchup. No. 1 Texas hosts No. 16 Mississippi State on October 31, and both teams are 4–0.
Texas leads the series 4–2 and has won the last three meetings. The exact kickoff time and TV channel are still to come. Before game day, check three things: the final kickoff time, the TV channel, and the latest AP rankings.
To learn more about the league both teams now play in, read about the Southeastern Conference on Wikipedia.
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