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Texas Tops UTSA 30-6 as Defense Carries Sluggish Offense

The result raises pressure to fix the offense before next week's SEC opener at Tennessee.

Texas wide receiver Emmett Mosley V. (3) misses a catch during the game against UTSA at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Sep. 19, 2026 in Austin.
Texas quarterback Arch Manning (16) is hit during a slide in the game against UTSA at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Sep. 19, 2026 in Austin.
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Texas running back Hollywood Smothers (2) runs the ball during the game against UTSA at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Sep. 19, 2026 in Austin.

Overview

  • Texas, the No. 1 team in the country, beat UTSA 30-6 on Saturday behind a defense that allowed just 143 total yards and held the Roadrunners to 1‑for‑11 on third downs.
  • The Longhorns' offense struggled to find rhythm, with Arch Manning completing 16 of 32 passes for 161 yards and the team producing its least-impressive offensive output of the season.
  • Texas managed limited red-zone success and had notable pass-protection issues, including a drive that ended on a failed fourth down inside the 20 and three punts for the game.
  • Edge rusher Colin Simmons was seen in street clothes with a protective boot on his right foot, creating a developing availability concern that Texas will monitor ahead of the trip to Neyland Stadium.
  • Coach Steve Sarkisian called the offense 'a little sloppy,' and with momentum from the comeback over Ohio State eased, the Longhorns now face a tougher road test at Tennessee that will shape their College Football Playoff prospects.