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Texas Longhorns prepare for season opener against Texas State

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Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Texas Longhorns prepare for season opener against Texas State

Summary

The Texas Longhorns open their 2026 football season Saturday against Texas State at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium. Head coach Steve Sarkisian leads the program into the matchup with a historically strong record against in-state opponents. Over the last decade, Texas holds a 27-9 record against other Texas teams, representing a 75% winning percentage. This season, the Longhorns face three state rivals as part of their schedule. Following the opener, Texas is set to play UTSA in nonconference action and will conclude its regular season schedule against Texas A&M on November 27. The team has maintained a losing record against state rivals in only one of the past ten seasons.

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By the Numbers

•Texas hosts Texas State at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Saturday.
•The Longhorns possess a 27-9 record against in-state opponents over the last ten years.
•Texas faces Texas State, UTSA, and Texas A&M during the 2026 season.
•Steve Sarkisian oversees the football program in Austin.

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10:30 PMYahoo Sports — How does Texas football fare against the rest of the state? The Horns win 75% of the time

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Over the past 10 years, Texas football is 27-9 against other state teams. That's a .750 winning percentage vs. other Texas teams ahead of Saturday's opener.
— Yahoo Sports

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