Ryan Wingo picked the perfect time to have his best game of the season. The Texas wide receiver was unstoppable on Saturday afternoon, leading the Longhorns to a thrilling 45-38 road win over Mississippi State.
From the opening drive, Ryan Wingo gave the Bulldogs’ defense all kinds of problems. He finished the day with five catches for 184 yards, averaging an incredible 36.8 yards per reception. Every time Arch Manning and Matthew Caldwell looked his way, Wingo made something happen — turning routine plays into highlight moments.
The St. Louis native has been through ups and downs this season, but this game felt like a statement performance. His explosiveness and timing helped Texas answer every punch from Mississippi State in what turned into an offensive shootout.
With Saturday’s performance, Ryan Wingo now leads the Longhorns with 504 receiving yards and 29 catches this season. He’s also second on the team with four touchdown grabs — already setting new career highs across the board.
Last year, injuries slowed Ryan Wingo down, and he managed 472 yards in his debut season. But 2025 has been a different story. No matter who’s throwing the ball — Manning or Caldwell — Wingo has been the most reliable weapon on the field.
His growth has come at the perfect time for Texas. After losing star receiver Matthew Golden to the NFL, the Longhorns needed someone to step up — and Wingo has done exactly that. Against the Bulldogs, his mix of deep-ball speed and yards-after-catch ability kept drives alive and the scoreboard moving.
If Texas is serious about making a run at the national championship, they’ll need Ryan Wingo to stay hot. Saturday’s win proved he’s more than ready for the spotlight — and that the Longhorns’ passing game is in good hands.
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