Texas vs Texas State football: Longhorn betting lines, predictions for season opener

Texas football kicks off its highly anticipated season against Texas State at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday in Royal-Memorial Stadium. Fans are excited about the return of arch quarterback Arch Manning, who is considered one of the best and most talked-about quarterbacks in the country. The Longhorns have bolstered their offensive line and signed top playmakers such as receiver Cam Coleman and running backs Raleek Brown and Hollywood Smothers.

Head coach Steve Sarkisian has also brought in defensive coordinator Will Muschamp, known for his experience in dissecting SEC defenses.

Texas State, located just 30 miles south of Austin, recently moved up to the Pac-12 conference after several years of conference realignment. The Bobcats appear to be a strong contender in their new league, having welcomed back a wealth of talent on offense. The scouting report highlights the offensive prowess of Texas State quarterback Brad Jackson, who rushed for a school-record 17 touchdowns last season, and receivers Beau Sparks and Chris Dawn Jr., who have been making waves in the preseason.

With a heavily improved run defense and a revamped ground game, the Longhorns are determined to show off their new strengths against the Bobcats, who allow an average of 164.8 rushing yards per game.