No. 5 Texas defeats Texas State 59-7 in season opener
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Last updated Sep 6, 2026
The No. 5 Texas Longhorns opened their 2026 season with a 59-7 home victory over Texas State at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on September 5. Quarterback Arch Manning completed 20 of 27 passes for 305 yards and four touchdowns while adding one interception. Eleven different players recorded at least one reception for the Longhorns. Despite the lopsided final score, the Texas State offense managed 349 total yards and converted 8 of 14 third-down attempts behind quarterback Brad Jackson. Texas maintained defensive control throughout the contest, limiting the Bobcats to a single touchdown. The Longhorns now prepare for a matchup against Ohio State scheduled for next week.
- •Texas defeated Texas State 59-7 in Austin on September 5.
- •Arch Manning threw for 305 yards and four touchdowns in the win.
- •Eleven different Texas players caught at least one pass during the game.
- •Texas State quarterback Brad Jackson tallied 150 passing yards and helped convert eight third downs.
- •Texas faces Ohio State in their next game.
- 2:34 PMYahoo Sports — No. 5 Texas 59, Texas State 7: Five observations and Sunday Chat
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