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Tayven Jackson named starting quarterback for North Texas against Indiana

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 6:51 PM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Tayven Jackson named starting quarterback for North Texas against Indiana

Summary

Tayven Jackson will be the starting quarterback for North Texas in their season opener against Indiana on September 5, 2026. A former Indiana player, Jackson has experience in college football, having played for Tennessee, UCF, and Indiana. In 2025, he completed 63.5% of his passes for 2,151 yards while leading UCF. His background includes a successful high school career with Center Grove, where he led his team to a Class 6A championship. This matchup marks a return to his home state and former school, where he will now compete as an opponent.

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By the Numbers

•Tayven Jackson starts for North Texas against Indiana on September 5.
•He previously played for Indiana, Tennessee, and UCF.
•Jackson threw for 2,151 yards in 2025 at UCF.
•His high school career included leading Center Grove to a championship title.
•This game marks his return to Indiana as a competitor.

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6:51 PMYahoo Sports — Tayven Jackson, Trayce Jackson-Davis' brother, to start at quarterback against Indiana football

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Former Indiana football player Tayven Jackson has been named starting quarterback at North Texas, the Hoosiers' season-opening opponent.
— Yahoo Sports

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