{"id":427695,"date":"2026-09-06T03:00:11","date_gmt":"2026-09-06T03:00:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/427695\/"},"modified":"2026-09-06T03:00:11","modified_gmt":"2026-09-06T03:00:11","slug":"the-moment-that-changed-everything-for-texas-against-texas-state","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/427695\/","title":{"rendered":"The Moment That Changed Everything for Texas Against Texas State"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Texas Longhorns began the season with a strong 59-7 win over Texas State<\/a>. Texas took the early lead and never surrendered it. The Longhorns were expected to defeat the Bobcats, but they left no doubt on Saturday.<\/p>\n

Steve Sarkisian <\/a>must be pleased with Saturday’s effort. Arch Manning had an efficient day<\/a>, throwing for 305 yards, four touchdowns, and seven incompletions. The offense ran the ball well, and the defense was opportunistic. <\/p>\n

However, there was one play that changed the course of this game. <\/p>\n

Texas State’s Missed Field Goal Was a Massive Momentum Swing\"Texas<\/p>\n

Texas Longhorns defensive back Graceson Littleton (29) runs for a touchdown. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect<\/p>\n

The Longhorns’ first offensive play was a tone-setter as Hollywood Smothers ran for 45 yards. Cam Coleman quickly made his presence felt, scoring the Longhorns’ first touchdown of the season. Texas went ahead 14-0 courtesy of a Ryan Wingo eight-yard score, but it looked like Texas State was finally putting together a solid drive.<\/p>\n

Texas State started at its own 12-yard line but methodically drove down the field. Brad Jackson completed a 24-yard pass to Davian Jackson to set up first-and-goal. The Longhorns’ defensive line stepped up and forced a short field goal, but Dylan Cunanan missed, and the Bobcats came up empty-handed.<\/p>\n

Now, a touchdown or field goal may not have changed the outcome of this game, but it took the life out of Texas State. Texas took the ball and capped off a seven-minute drive with a Raleek Brown touchdown run. The Bobcats missed two field goals and were 1-for-3 on fourth down. That red zone drive was Texas State’s best chance to make the game close.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, the Longhorns were opportunistic. Will Muschamp’s defense forced three takeaways, including a Graceson Littleton fumble recovery for a touchdown. Rasheem Biles was also as advertised, forcing multiple fumbles. <\/p>\n

Texas looked poised and confident throughout this game. Again, the Longhorns were heavily favored, but they didn’t allow Texas State to hang around. Texas’ offense ran a balanced approach. They finished with 156 rushing yards and 360 passing yards. However, the offensive line could’ve been a little better at opening up running lanes.<\/p>\n

Now, the focus moves to Ohio State. This will be the premier matchup of week two, and the Longhorns have to bring their best in order to get a win. Saturday’s win was a warm-up. Texas took care of business and looked good while doing so. <\/p>\n

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