The No. 5 Texas Longhorns are set to begin their 2026 season this Saturday at Darrell K. Royal – Texas Memorial Stadium, facing off against the Texas State Bobcats. This matchup marks only the second time these two in-state teams have competed in their history.
TV, Streaming, Radio Details
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- Matchup: Texas State Bobcats vs. No. 5 Texas Longhorns
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- Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026
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- Kickoff: 2:30 p.m. CT
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- Venue: Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium, Austin, Texas
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- Television: ESPN
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- Streaming: Available on the ESPN app / ESPN Unlimited with a participating provider login
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- Radio: Longhorn IMG Radio Network flagship KVET-FM (98.1) in Austin; the Bobcats broadcast can be accessed via the Bobcats Radio Network
All-Time Series
This will be the second encounter between these two programs, with Texas currently leading the all-time series at 1-0. The previous meeting took place on September 21, 1930, where Texas secured a decisive victory with a score of 36-0 when Texas State was known as Southwest Texas State. This game will conclude a hiatus of 96 years since their last match.
Point Spread and Betting Line
Texas is heavily favored to win this matchup. The consensus main line across major U.S. sportsbooks places Texas at -29.5, with an over/under total of 59.5 points.
Weather Forecast
Expect a hot, sunny afternoon at DKR. The National Weather Service office in Austin is calling for sunny skies with a high near 99°F and calm winds becoming southeast around 5 mph by kickoff. AccuWeather has the RealFeel climbing to 110° in direct sun, with a UV index of 9 (Very High) and only a 25% chance of a stray shower.
