Steve Sarkisian has not committed to changing anything up at the placekicker position, despite the struggles Bert Auburn has shown.

The Texas Longhorns have had one glaring weakness over the last two months of their season - the kicking game. Dating back to their Nov. 23 matchup vs. the Kent

Here's what to know about the series history between Ohio State and Texas -- including all-time meetings and record -- ahead of Friday's CFP semifinal game:

On the back end, Texas has allowed only eight passing scores this year and ranks No. 3 in pass defense success rate. All-American cornerback Jahdae Barron had a standout season with five interceptions and 11 pass breakups and is a key cog in the hopes of slowing down Ohio State receivers Jeremiah Smith and Emeka Egbuka.

Here's a look at what Texas football must do to beat Ohio State in the Cotton Bowl on Friday. The winner advances to the CFP championship game.

Texas football will be an underdog when it battles Ohio State in the CFP, something the Longhorns haven't experienced in 27 games.

No. 5 Texas vs. No. 8 Ohio State When: 6:30 p.m. Friday at AT&T Stadium in Arlington. Records: Texas (13-2), Ohio State (12-2) Last meeting: Texas 24, Ohio State 21 (2009 Fiesta Bowl) TV/radio: ESPN/Longhorn Radio Network (KRLD-1080 AM in Dallas-Fort Worth) Must-read preview content — Quarterback U?

Our staff predicts the outcome of the College Football Playoff semifinal matchup between the Texas Longhorns and the Ohio State Buckeyes.