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Longhorns Upset #1 Arkansas in 1964 Thriller

On a cloudy October afternoon in 1964, the #5 ranked Texas Longhorns traveled to Razorback Stadium to face the undefeated and top-ranked Arkansas Razorbacks. The stage was set for a monumental clash between two of the nation's best teams, and the game lived up to the hype.

Arkansas entered the game as heavy favorites, riding a 15-game winning streak and boasting a potent offense led by quarterback Bill Burkett and running back Bobby Burnett. However, the Longhorns, under the leadership of head coach Darrell Royal, came out with a determined spirit and refused to be intimidated.
Texas' defense, led by All-American linebacker Tommy Nobis, played a crucial role in the victory. They held the high-powered Arkansas offense to just 14 points, forcing two crucial turnovers and limiting their explosive plays.
On offense, the Longhorns relied on a balanced attack. Quarterback Duke Carlisle and fullback Tommy Ford combined for two rushing touchdowns, and kicker Phil Dawson added two field goals.
The game remained close throughout the fourth quarter, with the score tied at 14-14. With less than five minutes remaining, Texas mounted a decisive drive. Carlisle orchestrated a crucial 14-play, 80-yard march, capped by a 1-yard touchdown run by Ford.

Arkansas had one last chance to tie the game, but their final drive stalled at the Texas 43-yard line. The Longhorns held on for a thrilling 21-14 victory, snapping the Razorbacks' winning streak and handing them their only loss of the season.

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