UTSA leads UTRGV 7-0 after first quarter at the Alamodome

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Last updated Sep 5, 2026

UTSA leads UTRGV 7-0 after first quarter at the Alamodome
Summary

The UTSA Roadrunners and UTRGV opened the 2026 college football season Saturday at the Alamodome in San Antonio. UTSA established a 7-0 lead in the first quarter behind a 36-yard touchdown pass from Owen McCown to AJ Wilson. The Roadrunners' defense held UTRGV scoreless on their opening drive, which concluded with a missed 34-yard field goal. UTRGV struggled on its subsequent possessions, committing a turnover on downs following a botched snap on fourth-and-1. Head coach Jeff Traylor enters this season aiming to improve upon consecutive 7-6 campaigns, while UTRGV makes its appearance in the Alamodome as an FCS opponent. The game remains in progress with significant attendance expected at the venue.

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  • UTSA holds a 7-0 lead over UTRGV at the end of the first quarter.
  • Owen McCown threw a 36-yard touchdown pass to AJ Wilson for the opening score.
  • The Roadrunners' defense forced a turnover on downs and benefited from a missed field goal.
  • Attendance for the matchup at the Alamodome is expected to exceed 30,000.
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The Roadrunners are looking to start the new year on a strong note as they aim to push toward American title contention following back-to-back 7-6 seasons.

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