Texas Longhorns Dominate San José State with 28-7 Victory

On a sun-drenched afternoon at , the Texas Longhorns delivered a resounding 28-7 victory over the San José State Spartans, reigniting hopes and setting the tone for the season ahead. The echoes of last week’s disappointment against Ohio State were still fresh, but on September 6, 2025, the Longhorns gave their fans something to cheer about. From the opening whistle, Texas quarterback Arch Manning showed the kind of poise and precision Longhorns faithful have been longing for. The highly-touted signal caller connected on four touchdown passes in the first half alone, two of which found the dynamic Parker Livingstone—including a breathtaking 83-yard bomb that electrified the stadium. Manning, who was under scrutiny after a rough outing against Ohio State, answered his critics with confidence: he finished the day 11-of-15 for 180 yards and four touchdowns, demonstrating why his arrival in Austin is seen as the start of a new era. The Spartans, led by quarterback Walker Eget, came into Austin searching for redemption after a tough loss to Central Michigan. Eget and the Spartans offense showed flashes—most notably an impressive 75-yard drive capped by Jabari Bates’ four-yard touchdown run—but three costly turnovers extinguished any hopes of an upset. Texas’ defense, anchored by timely takeaways and relentless pressure, made life miserable for the Spartans, forcing Eget into a critical interception and capitalizing on a fumble that set up a quick strike from Manning to tight end Jack Endries. Penalties and missed opportunities haunted both teams early, but Texas quickly found its rhythm. The Longhorns’ offense was relentless, capitalizing on San José State miscues and extending drives with a mix of power and precision. The broadcast, called by the familiar voices of Joe Tessitore, Jesse Palmer, and Katie George on ABC, captured every pulse-pounding moment for fans nationwide. For Texas, the win not only rights the ship after a shaky start but also builds momentum with three consecutive home games before a challenging October road stretch. The defense, which impressed against Ohio State, continued to assert itself, giving the offense the breathing room it needed to rediscover its identity. As for San José State, the Spartans will look to regroup and cut down on turnovers before heading deeper into Mountain West play. With the eyes of college football on Austin, the Longhorns made a statement: this team, with Arch Manning at the helm and a defense hungry for greatness, is ready to chase glory. For more in-depth stats and live coverage, visit or follow the latest updates on @LonghornsWire.