Texas State prepares for tough matchup against Utah State Saturday
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Oct 21, 2026
Texas State football faces Utah State on Saturday in an anticipated matchup between contrasting styles. Texas State boasts a potent offense, leading the nation in yards, but struggles defensively. Conversely, Utah State relies on a strong defense, allowing 23.1 points per game. Texas State’s coach GJ Kinne emphasizes the importance of handling adversity after their recent second-half lapses in losses. Utah State, with a record of two comebacks in their wins, will test Texas State's ability to respond under pressure.
- •Texas State averages 40 points and leads in offensive yards.
- •Utah State's defense is among the best in the Pac-12.
- •Texas State has blown second-half leads in two of three losses.
- •Road games against Boise State and Oregon State follow for Texas State.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Texas State football's ability to punch back will be tested in 'grimy game' against Utah State
"Texas State football's offense is one of the most electric in the country, but its defense has struggled. It faces Utah State, its antithesis, on Saturday.
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