What happened: Texas quarterback Arch Manning struggled for much of the game against LSU, taking sacks and missing on tough throws. His final pass of the day was a touchdown that proved the difference against the Tigers.

Why it matters: Texas coach Steve Sarkisian pointed to Manning's competitive spirit and how he executed the game-winning drive. A quarterback who can fix a bad night in one possession is exactly what a contender needs, and the bad stretches matter less than that final drive.