he Texas Longhorns are heading into the most competitive conference for college football in 2024 as they prepare for the challenge of the SEC. Texas also has to travel to Ann Arbor in nonconference play to face the defending National Champions Michigan Wolverines. Despite the Horns’ difficult road schedule and challenging visitors, like the Georgia Bulldogs who are undefeated in the last three regular seasons, there are a few brief reprieves in Texas’ season. So, which conference opponents should Texas be grateful that they don’t have to face in the team’s first season as a part of the SEC? . . . 523. bama. . . . 467 While the non-conference rivalry between the Horns and the Crimson Tide has become infamous in many ways, Texas should gladly take a break