Mississippi State football had its best defensive performance of the season, other overreactions from loss to Texas.

Mississippi State football nearly pulled off a shocking upset against No. 1 Texas, but defensive breakdowns and pass protection issues led to a 35-13 loss.

Jeff Lebby made it clear in Saturday’s postgame news conference that there was no moral victory in Mississippi State football’s 35-13 loss at No. 2 Texas. “The moral victory part of it will not creep into our building whatsoever,

The Bulldogs kept No. 1 Texas on edge for three quarters but couldn't hold on, losing 35-13 in the Longhorns' first SEC game.

The Texas Longhorns lead by just one possession at home against a Mississippi State team expected to lose by more than 20 points.