Texas survived Tennessee, Texas A&M got exposed by LSU, TCU stumbled again and Texas Tech showed cracks. Week 4 offered plenty of clues about where Texas teams are headed.

Three weeks can change a lot in college football. From Texas A&M’s early cracks to Texas Tech’s relatively minor concerns, we break down which Texas fan bases have the most reason to panic.

Week 3 was a bucket of cold water for Texas football, with several contenders stumbling and others stepping forward. Here’s what stood out across the Lone Star State.

Week 1 brought statement wins, a thrilling D.J. Lagway debut, Houston’s transfer influx paying dividends, and another Tarleton State upset as Texas football opened the 2026 season.

Who makes the CFP? Can Texas Tech handle being the hunted? Which G6 team emerges? Five questions loom large over the 2026 Texas college football season.

Can Texas top the nation? Will Texas Tech and Texas A&M reach the CFP? Which sleepers are ready to break through? Our final preseason Power Poll ranks every FBS team in the Lone Star State.