Texas Football: 3 takeaways from dominant win over Kansas State

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Dec 5, 2020; Manhattan, Kansas, USA; Texas Longhorns running back Bijan Robinson (5) is pushed out of bounds by Kansas State Wildcats defensive back Kiondre Thomas (3) game at Bill Snyder Family Football Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Sewell-USA TODAY Sports /

2. Longhorns had major success on the ground

The running game was dominant against the Wildcats. Not only did the Longhorns rush for 334 yards, but they also averaged 10.1 yards per rush. Their two leading runners — Bijan Robinson and Roschon Johnson — averaged over 10 yards per carry. Ironically it was Sam Ehlinger was the only runner who had negative yards in this game.

Robinson ran for 172 yards on just nine carries including a 75-yard run. Johnson rushed for 140 yards on 14 carries with a 43-yard run of his won. Both running backs scored three touchdowns. The Longhorns offensive line was aggressive in the running game despite having opt-outs including offensive tackle Sam Ossai.

The Kansas State Wildcats had no chance against the Longhorns offensive line. The Longhorns offensive line set the tone upfront and Texas runners were largely untouched until the ran to the second level. The speed of the Texas running backs exposed the lack of defensive speed for the Wildcats as well.

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