Texas State football earns first win of 2026 season against North Texas
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 10:50 AM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026
Texas State University football achieved its first victory of the 2026 season with a 49-35 win over the University of North Texas on September 20. The teams were tied at halftime, but key defensive adjustments in the second half helped secure the win for the Bobcats. Quarterback Brad Jackson contributed significantly, throwing for four touchdowns, while running back Torrance Burgess Jr. rushed for 215 yards. Next, Texas State will host Incarnate Word in their upcoming game.
- •Texas State scored seven touchdowns in the game.
- •Brad Jackson completed 16 of 22 passes for 268 yards.
- •Torrance Burgess Jr. rushed for 215 yards on 25 carries.
- •The Bobcats' defense held North Texas to one second-half touchdown.
- •Next game is against Incarnate Word in San Marcos.
- 10:50 AMYahoo Sports — Texas State football grades: Passing marks all around after Bobcats' statement win over UNT
"Texas State football earned its first win of the 2026 season Saturday, defeating North Texas in a 49-35 shootout. Here are the grades from the game.
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