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Texas defeats Texas State 59-7 in season opener

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Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Texas defeats Texas State 59-7 in season opener

Summary

Texas opened its season with a 59-7 victory over Texas State at Royal-Memorial Stadium on September 5, 2026. The Longhorns recorded 516 yards of total offense while holding the Bobcats to 349 yards and forcing three turnovers. Quarterback Arch Manning completed 20 of 27 passes for 305 yards and four touchdowns, with receiver Ryan Wingo leading the team with 121 yards on seven receptions. Linebacker Rasheem Biles contributed an interception and a forced fumble that set up a touchdown return by defensive back Graceson Littleton. Texas now shifts focus to a game against Ohio State scheduled for next week.

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•Texas won 59-7 at Royal-Memorial Stadium in the September 5 season opener.
•Arch Manning threw for 305 yards and four touchdowns.
•Rasheem Biles recorded two key defensive plays including an interception and a forced fumble.
•The Texas defense held Texas State to 349 total yards.
•Texas is scheduled to play Ohio State next week.

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2:59 AMYahoo Sports — Texas vs Texas State report card: Arch Manning, Rasheem Biles get highest marks in win

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How the Texas Longhorns graded out in their 59-7 win over Michigan. QB Arch Manning and LB Rasheem Biles got high marks in season opener
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