Texas has given up 69 points in its last two games, which is uncharacteristic of this elite defense. What's the concern level ahead of the final three games?

With a bye week between now and a huge Southeastern Conference showdown with Georgia on Nov. 15, it would be natural for the Texas Longhorns to use all of the available time to

The only top-10 battle in the country will take place in Lubbock where undefeated BYU takes on its biggest test of the season against Texas Tech. This game figures to be decided in the trenches, where both teams have had the advantage on most opponents all season.

No. 13 Texas has plenty of questions to answer before a trip to play Georgia that may decide its season. First of all, what about that struggling pass defense?

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No. 8 BYU (8-0): The Cougars cleared their first major Big 12 test by toppling rival Utah in the Holy War, but November brings two tricky road hurdles -- at Texas Tech and at Cincinnati -- that could define their playoff fate. BYU was 9-0 last season before losing consecutive games in the final month.

After beating Vanderbilt, Texas (7-2, 4-1 SEC) climbed to No. 13 in the Associated Press poll. The Longhorns were also ranked 13th by the coaches this week. The first ranking from the College Football Playoff committee will be released Tuesday.