Arch Manning throws 2 TD passes as top-ranked Texas holds off UTSA with SEC schedule looming

Texas Longhorns roll past UTSA, 30‑6, in Austin

The University of Texas at Austin secured a decisive 30‑6 victory over the University of Texas at San Antonio on Saturday night, boosting the Longhorns to an undefeated 3‑0 record as they prepare to face Tennessee in the SEC opener next week.

Early spark from Arch Manning

Arch Manning, the top‑ranked quarterback, opened the game with a promising start, delivering two touchdown passes that set the tone for the Longhorns. Over 33 pass attempts, he completed 17 for 164 yards before struggling to find rhythm later in the contest. After absorbing multiple hard hits from UTSA defenders, Manning exited the game midway through the fourth quarter with a helmet knocked off during a collision in the second quarter.

Scoring breakdown

Texas’ offense was led by wide receiver Cam Coleman, who accounted for both of the team’s touchdowns. The first came on the very first play of the game after a 25‑yard interception by Rasheem Biles, while the second was a leaping catch in the corner of the end zone that extended the lead to 17‑3 in the second quarter. Running back Derrick Cooper added the Longhorns’ only rushing touchdown with less than nine minutes remaining in the fourth quarter. On the kicking side, Gianni Spetic was perfect on field goal attempts, converting three kicks for a total of nine points. Those contributions, along with a strong defense, gave Texas a 23‑6 lead going into the final period.

Defensive dominance

The Longhorns’ defense played a key role, limiting UTSA to just 143 total yards and preventing the Roadrunners from reaching the end zone. The unit also forced a turnover early in the game that helped spark the offense, and it held its own after a dominant second half against Ohio State, ensuring the Roadrunners could score only a single touchdown and a field goal.

Road ahead

Texas now heads to Knoxville for its first SEC game of the season, where they will take on No. 15 Tennessee. The Volunteers, who improved to 3‑0 after a 42‑9 win over Kennesaw State, are looking to carry that momentum into the series. Meanwhile, UTSA will return home next Saturday to face Colorado State.

Game summary

• Final score: Texas 30, UTSA 6
• Texas record: 3‑0
• Texas points: 2 TDs (Coleman), 1 TD (Cooper), 3 FGs (Spetic)
• UTSA points: 1 TD, 1 FG
• Manning: 17‑of‑33, 164 yards, 2 TD passes
• Defensive highlights: 143 yards allowed, 1 turnover

As the Longhorns move into the SEC, the focus will be on maintaining their early‑season momentum while managing Manning’s health and refining a balanced attack. For UTSA, the next matchup against Colorado State will be an opportunity to bounce back from the loss and prove the team’s resilience.