Texas comeback turns $1.2 million wager into reported $2.1 million payout
A reported $1.2 million Texas moneyline bet paid out $2,144,881.89 after the Longhorns overturned a 23–3 deficit to defeat Ohio State 24–23.
A $1.2 million wager on Texas reportedly returned $2,144,881.89 after the Longhorns completed a 23–3 comeback against Ohio State. The result included the original stake and a reported net profit of $944,881.89.
Fox Sports reported that Caesars Sports accepted the pre-kick-off moneyline wager at -127. Texas, which had been in control of the game only after recovering from a substantial deficit, scored the final 21 points to win 24–23.
The comeback was completed with a one-yard touchdown with 25 seconds remaining. The report does not identify the bettor who placed the seven-figure wager.
A separate Caesars Sports customer reportedly staked $10,000 on Texas at +700 during the game. That wager returned $80,000, including a reported profit of $70,000.
The betting figures and returns were reported by Fox Sports and Caesars Sports and have not been independently verified. The timing of the in-game wager was not specified.
