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Texas defeats Texas State 59-7 in season opener

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Last updated Sep 5, 2026

Texas defeats Texas State 59-7 in season opener
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The No. 5 Texas Longhorns opened their 2026 season with a 59-7 victory over the Texas State Bobcats at Royal-Memorial Stadium on September 5. Quarterback Arch Manning completed 20 of 27 passes for 305 yards and four touchdowns to lead the offense. Defensive efforts included a 60-yard fumble return for a touchdown by Graceson Littleton and a fourth-down pass deflection by Alex January. Will Muschamp’s defense limited the Bobcats to a single touchdown throughout the contest. Texas now shifts focus to a high-profile nonconference matchup against Ohio State scheduled for next week in Austin. This win serves as the first test for the Longhorns before they face the Buckeyes in a rematch of previous seasons.

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  • •Texas defeated Texas State 59-7 at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin.
  • •Arch Manning threw for 305 yards and four touchdowns.
  • •Ryan Wingo recorded seven catches for 121 yards and one score.
  • •Graceson Littleton scored on a 60-yard fumble return.
  • •The Longhorns host Ohio State next week.
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  • 11:48 PMYahoo Sports — Texas football, Will Muschamp's defense draw raves in Texas State blowout | Golden
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The Texas Longhorns took care of business in the opener and showed there are other levels they can reach entering the upcoming showdown against Ohio State.

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