The Texas Longhorns continue to dominate not just on the field but also in the television ratings. In an unusual scheduling streak, ABC has assigned Joe Tessitore, Jesse Palmer, and Katie George to cover the Longhorns’ game against Kentucky on Saturday, marking the third consecutive week this trio has called a Texas game.
Longhorns’ Ratings Surge
Texas’ recent victories over Florida (49-17) and Arkansas (20-10) both garnered significant viewership, with 3.9 million and 4.6 million average viewers, respectively. These numbers solidify the Longhorns as one of the season’s most-watched teams. While Georgia, Michigan, and Oklahoma still hold the top three single-game viewership records, Texas is rapidly proving its appeal on a national stage.
The Road Ahead
If Texas (9-1, 5-1 SEC) defeats Kentucky this weekend, the stakes will only grow higher. A potential Nov. 30 showdown against Texas A&M in College Station is already generating buzz, with ESPN’s College GameDay likely heading there should both teams win this week. That high-stakes matchup, scheduled for a primetime 6:30 p.m. kickoff on ABC, could feature Chris Fowler and Kirk Herbstreit as commentators.
Championship Implications
For Texas, the mission is straightforward: win their final two regular-season games and secure a spot in the SEC Championship Game in Atlanta. However, a single loss could jeopardize their position in the College Football Playoff’s 12-team bracket.
How to Watch Kentucky vs. Texas
Kickoff: Saturday, Nov. 23, 2:30 p.m. CT
TV: ABC (Commentators: Joe Tessitore, Jesse Palmer, Katie George)
Radio: Longhorn Radio Network/LEARFIELD (KVET-FM 98.1 in Austin)
Spanish Broadcast: Dr. Rubén Pizarro-Silva, Raul Saenz
The Longhorns’ season is far from over, and fans will be hoping the familiar voices of Tessitore and Palmer continue to bring them good fortune as the team marches toward potential SEC glory.
