Horns handle the Bobcats. We break down the numbers behind the rout, name our Player and Play of the Game, revisit our predictions, and look ahead to a much bigger test coming to Austin next week.

GAME TIME. At last. Texas opens the 2026 season against Texas State at DKR. Here’s what to know about the Bobcats, what the BOK Model expects, and our prediction for Saturday afternoon

Expectations are sky-high in Austin. We break down the Longhorns on both sides of the ball, navigate a brutal 2026 schedule, and make the case for why Texas has everything it needs to compete for a national championship.

The SEC power structure is up for grabs entering the 2026 season. We rank all 16 teams before the inevitable shake-up.