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UTSA holds off Rice 16-14 in American Conference opener

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Last updated Oct 4, 2026

UTSA holds off Rice 16-14 in American Conference opener

Summary

UTSA secured a narrow 16-14 victory over Rice on Saturday night in their American Conference opener. Michael Petro opened the scoring with a pair of field goals, while teammate Will Henderson III added a touchdown run early in the second quarter. Rice's Jacurri Brown responded with a touchdown of his own, making it a close contest. Despite Rice's efforts, including a late touchdown, they were unable to take the lead in the second half. UTSA now holds a record of 4-1, while Rice drops to 1-4. UTSA will face South Florida next Thursday, while Rice travels to East Carolina on Saturday.

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By the Numbers

•UTSA leads at halftime 16-7
•Michael Petro kicks field goals from 32 and 53 yards
•Will Henderson III scores a touchdown
•Rice pulls within two points in the second half
•Next up, UTSA hosts South Florida on Thursday

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2:59 AMYahoo Sports — Will Henderson III, Michael Petro help UTSA hold off Rice 16-14 in American Conference opener

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HOUSTON (AP) — Will Henderson III had a touchdown run and Michael Petro kicked three field goals to help UTSA hold off Rice 16-14 on Saturday night in an American Conference opener for both teams.Petro kicked 32- and 53-yard field goals on UTSA's first two possessions for a 6-0 lead, but Jacurri Brown answered with a 38-yard touchdown run to put Rice up a point after one quarter.
— Yahoo Sports

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