Texas Longhorns See Championship Odds Shift After Ohio State Loss
The Texas Longhorns faced a setback in their 2025 season opener, suffering a disappointing 14-7 defeat against the defending national champion Ohio State Buckeyes in Columbus. This loss has prompted a notable shift in the betting landscape, altering the Longhorns’ previously strong championship odds.
After starting the season as the favorite to win the national championship with odds of +550, the Longhorns have now dropped to +750 following their Week 1 loss. According to FanDuel, the Ohio State Buckeyes now lead the odds at +550, overtaking Texas. They are closely followed by the Georgia Bulldogs and the Penn State Nittany Lions, both tied at +600. This change reflects a significant change in momentum as the Longhorns have slipped multiple spots in the betting rankings.
Longhorns’ SEC Championship Chances Diminish
Prior to the season, Texas was also considered a strong contender for the Southeastern Conference (SEC) championship, boasting odds of +275. The Longhorns were seen as favorites to secure their first-ever SEC title, closely pursued by Georgia, Alabama, and LSU. However, following the defeat to Ohio State, Texas has fallen behind Georgia, whose odds improved to +270 after a commanding 45-7 victory over Marshall. Texas now stands at +300 to win the SEC, with LSU taking the third spot and Alabama dropping to fourth after their loss to Florida State.
The preseason hype surrounding the Longhorns was amplified by the debut of new starting quarterback Arch Manning. With only two starts before the season began, Manning was favored to win the Heisman Trophy, with odds set at +500 according to BetMGM. However, after struggling against the Buckeyes, his Heisman odds have plummeted to +1800, placing him behind Auburn’s Jackson Arnold and Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith.
Looking Ahead for the Longhorns
While the Longhorns’ current odds reflect a disappointing start, the season is still in its early stages. The team aims to regroup and improve as they prepare for upcoming matches. Betting odds will continue to fluctuate based on team performance and other factors throughout the season.
As always, game odds refresh periodically and are subject to change. For those who may have concerns regarding gambling, assistance is available by calling 1-800-GAMBLER.
