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Arch Manning Ties Career High with Four Touchdowns in Texas Opening Win

PUBLISHED Sep 5, 2026, 9:00 PM ET

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Arch Manning Ties Career High with Four Touchdowns in Texas Opening Win

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No. 5 Texas opened its 2026 college football season with a dominant 59-7 victory over Texas State at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin. Quarterback Arch Manning completed 20 of 27 passes for 305 yards and four touchdowns before exiting in the third quarter. Manning connected twice with wide receiver Cam Coleman, who finished with three receptions for 70 yards in his Longhorns debut following a transfer from Auburn. Texas built a 28-0 lead in the second quarter, highlighted by a 59-yard fumble return for a touchdown by Graceson Littleton. Running back Raleek Brown added two rushing scores for the Longhorns, who outgained the Bobcats significantly. Texas State quarterback Brad Jackson passed for 150 yards, while running back Davian Jackson scored the team's lone touchdown on a 4-yard run in the second quarter. The win moves Texas to a 1-0 record ahead of an upcoming marquee matchup against Ohio State.

By Michael Grant | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

On September 6, 2024, Texas suffered a playoff loss to Ohio State.
On January 1, 2025, Texas defeated Michigan in the Citrus Bowl.
On April 25, 2025, six Texas players were selected in NFL draft.
On May 3, 2025, Arch Manning attended the Miami Grand Prix race.
On August 28, 2025, Texas opened the previous college football season.
On September 5, 2025, Texas played its second game of last season.
On November 7, 2025, Texas continued its regular season conference schedule.
On December 1, 2025, Texas concluded its regular season game schedule.
On September 5, 2026, Arch Manning threw four touchdowns against Texas State.
On September 12, 2026, Texas will host top-ranked Ohio State in Austin.

News Intelligence

Immediate US impact: Arch Manning's strong performance escalates national college football title race.
Possible long-term US impact: Long-term Heisman Trophy prospects and playoff seedings will shift significantly.
Most affected groups: Texas Longhorns fans, sports media, and college football analysts nationwide.
Priority Across Outlets: Monitor official team announcements, AP sports coverage, and injury updates.

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