In Week 4 of college football, significant changes occurred in the AP Top 25 rankings. The No. 11 USC Trojans experienced a setback as they were defeated by the Michigan Wolverines in the Big Ten opener. Additionally, the No. 6 Tennessee Volunteers showcased an impressive performance by shutting down the No. 15 Oklahoma Sooners in their SEC opener. Despite the No. 2 Georgia Bulldogs and No. 4 Alabama Crimson Tide having a bye week, the top 10 teams in the rankings delivered dominant performances.

The Texas Longhorns secured a resounding victory in Week 4, defeating UL Monroe by a commanding scoreline of 51-3. Notably, Texas has achieved a remarkable feat by scoring 50 or more points in four consecutive home games, dating back to last season. This accomplishment marks the second-longest streak of scoring 50 or more points at home in Texas history, behind the record set in 2007-08 with five consecutive games.

Looking ahead, Texas is set to face a challenging matchup against Mississippi State on Saturday. With their recent scoring prowess and home field advantage, the Longhorns aim to continue their winning streak and maintain their strong position in the AP Top 25 rankings.

Meanwhile, the Week 4 rankings saw idle periods for prominent teams like Texas, providing them with a strategic break before their upcoming matchups. As the college football season progresses, teams across the nation are vying for victories to climb higher in the rankings and establish themselves as top contenders in the competitive landscape of collegiate football.