Actually, from a purely talking heads perspective I'm grateful aggie pulled their head of of their ass a tad. Performing at the top of their game (which 8-4 is certainly) actually helped Texas a good deal in 2 regards.
First, because a SEC championship appearance was on the line it truly grabbed a shit ton of attention nationally. I can't imagine any rivalry game out performed the viewership, particularly with the later kick.
Second, because they weren't dead last or a lowly aslo ran it helped our perceived quality wins. Michigan helped a lot in that regard as well.
So, between Michigan winning and Texas convincingly beating aggie (given my first points people actually watched and won't just see the score) makes our seat in the CFP that much higher.
So, thanks Elko for going full aggie and keeping hope alive until November.