According to an article on the Texas Football Web site, the humble Shipley didn't even know he broke the record until after the game. When the crowd began chanting, he hid himself behind his teammates until they pushed him forward out of the pack.
Texas quarterback Colt McCoy almost set a record himself; with 470 passing yards, he was just shy of the school record of 473, set in 2001.
Despite these exciting statistics, the game got off to a slow start, with neither team scoring in the first quarter. But the Texas defense held off the Knights until the offense warmed up, and the game ended with a score of 35-3.
To read a recap of the game and view statistics for both teams, visit ESPN's Web site.
McCoy is now No. 4 in the Heisman race, with Shipley coming in at No. 9. To view a list of the top candidates and a more in-depth look at each one, visit ESPN's Heisman Watch Web site.
In a press conference on Monday, Texas head coach Mack Brown talked about the upcoming game against the Baylor University Bears. The team is approaching the game with only the goal of winning the Big 12 South, and is not thinking about the rest of the season or the National Championship at this point.
However, the conditions are perfect for Texas to win the national title this year, and I, along with all other Longhorns fans, am eagerly waiting to see what happens next.
I thought the game on Saturday was a great game to watch. Of course, it was very exciting watching Shipley set the record and it was just another amazing victory for the Longhorns. I am eagerly awaiting what happens next also. Now let make it through Kansas and A&M! Hook 'em Horns!
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