Dominant Start
Arch Manning’s 305 passing yards set the tone for a decisive victory as the No. 5 Texas Longhorns defeated the visiting Texas State Bobcats 59-7 on Saturday, September 5, 2026. The home team dominated the scoreboard early, outscoring the Bobcats 14-0 in the first quarter.
Manning connected with Cam Coleman on a six-yard touchdown pass to open the scoring, followed by an eight-yard strike to Ryan Wingo. Both plays were completed with successful kicks by Gianni Spetic, establishing a comfortable lead before the second period began.
Expanding the Lead
Texas continued to apply pressure in the second quarter, extending their advantage to 28-7. Raleek Brown contributed a 13-yard rushing touchdown, while Graceson Littleton returned a fumble 59 yards for a score. These plays highlighted the Longhorns’ ability to generate offense from multiple positions.
Although Davian Jackson scored on a four-yard run for Texas State, the Bobcats were unable to close the gap. Spetic handled the extra points for all Texas touchdowns, ensuring the lead remained substantial as the teams headed to the locker room.
Third-Quarter Surge
The Longhorns did not slow down in the third quarter, adding 21 points to their total. Manning found Cam Coleman again for a 20-yard touchdown, followed by a 13-yard pass to Hollywood Smothers. Raleek Brown capped the period with a 21-yard rushing touchdown.
