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Texas Longhorns Dominate San José State Spartans 38-7

Saturday, September 6, 2025, 12:00 PM ET · DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium

Texas Longhorns 38, San José State Spartans 7, final. Our NCAAF picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won San José State Spartans vs Texas Longhorns?

Texas Longhorns beat San José State Spartans 38-7 at DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium on September 6, 2025.

The Texas Longhorns delivered a commanding performance against the San José State Spartans, winning decisively with a final score of 38-7. This matchup showcased the Longhorns' strength at home, as they played at the DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium, where they have historically performed well. The victory marks an important rebound for Texas, who had faced two consecutive losses prior to this game.

In their last ten games, the Longhorns held a record of 7-3, but they had been struggling recently, entering this game on a two-game losing streak. Their scoring average over these last ten games was 25.4 points per game, while they allowed an average of 15.4 points. In contrast, the Spartans have had a tougher time this season, with a record of 0-2 leading into this matchup and an overall record of 4-6 in their last ten games. San José State averaged 25.4 points scored but allowed a significantly higher average of 29.2 points during that stretch.

The Longhorns' home record improved to 3-2 with this win, while the Spartans fell to 1-3 in away games this season. Texas had shown resilience in their home games, and this match further solidified their ability to perform well in front of their fans. The Spartans, on the other hand, struggled to find their footing on the road, which contributed to their loss against the Longhorns.

In terms of previous meetings, this game was significant as it highlighted the Longhorns' dominance over the Spartans. The Longhorns' recent form against various opponents included a mix of wins and losses, but they managed to assert their strength in this particular game. The injury situation was not detailed in the block, but it is often a critical factor in determining team performance, especially in college football.

The betting market reflected a strong belief in the Longhorns' capabilities, pricing them with a home win probability of 1.0, indicating a complete expectation of victory against the Spartans. This confidence from the market was justified as Texas executed their game plan effectively, showcasing their offensive prowess and defensive strength.

Conditions during the game were not specified, but typically, home games at DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium provide the Longhorns with a familiar and supportive environment, which can enhance their performance.

Viewers of the game were treated to a display of Texas's offensive capabilities, with the team scoring 38 points, a reflection of their ability to capitalize on opportunities and maintain control throughout the game. The Spartans, conversely, struggled to find the end zone, managing only a single touchdown against a robust Longhorns defense.

Overall, the matchup between the Texas Longhorns and the San José State Spartans was a testament to the Longhorns' resilience and ability to bounce back after recent setbacks, while the Spartans will need to reassess their strategies moving forward in the season.

Leaders

  • Passing yardsArch Manning19/30, 295 YDS, 4 TD, 1 INTTexas Longhorns
  • Rushing yardsCJ Baxter13 CAR, 64 YDSTexas Longhorns
  • Receiving yardsParker Livingstone4 REC, 128 YDS, 2 TDTexas Longhorns
  • Passing yardsWalker Eget21/42, 184 YDS, 1 INTSan José State Spartans
  • Rushing yardsJabari Bates10 CAR, 44 YDS, 1 TDSan José State Spartans
  • Receiving yardsKyri Shoels8 REC, 73 YDSSan José State Spartans

Recent form

Texas Longhorns

Last 10: 7-3Streak L225.4 scored · 15.4 allowed per game3-2 at home

  • L7-14at Ohio State BuckeyesAug 30
  • L19-22vs Georgia BulldogsDec 7
  • W17-7at Texas A&M AggiesDec 1
  • W31-14vs Kentucky WildcatsNov 23
  • W20-10at Arkansas RazorbacksNov 16
  • W49-17vs Florida GatorsNov 9
  • W27-24at Vanderbilt CommodoresOct 26
  • L15-30vs Georgia BulldogsOct 19
  • W34-3at Oklahoma SoonersOct 12
  • W35-13vs Mississippi State BulldogsSep 28

San José State Spartans

Last 10: 4-6Streak L125.4 scored · 29.2 allowed per game1-3 away

  • L14-16vs Central Michigan ChippewasAug 30
  • W34-31vs Stanford CardinalNov 29
  • L16-27vs UNLV RebelsNov 23
  • L21-42vs Boise State BroncosNov 17
  • W24-13at Oregon State BeaversNov 9
  • L10-33at Fresno State BulldogsOct 27
  • W24-14vs Wyoming CowboysOct 19
  • L24-31at Colorado State RamsOct 12
  • W35-31vs Nevada Wolf PackOct 5
  • L52-54at Washington State CougarsSep 21

Standings

TeamOverallIn conference
North Dakota State1-00-0
Air Force0-00-0
Nevada0-00-0
New Mexico0-00-0
Northern Illinois0-00-0
UTEP0-00-0
Wyoming0-00-0
Hawai'i0-10-0
San José State0-10-0
UNLV0-10-0
Alabama0-00-0
Arkansas0-00-0
Auburn0-00-0
Florida0-00-0
Georgia0-00-0
Kentucky0-00-0
LSU0-00-0
Mississippi State0-00-0
Missouri0-00-0
Oklahoma0-00-0
Ole Miss0-00-0
South Carolina0-00-0
Tennessee0-00-0
Texas A&M0-00-0
Texas0-00-0
Vanderbilt0-00-0

Box score

StatSan José State SpartansTexas Longhorns
First downs1618
Third downs4-152-12
Fourth downs0-22-2
Total yards273472
Net passing yards184317
Completions21/4321/33
Yards per pass4.39.6
Rushing yards89155
Rushing attempts2932
Yards per rush3.14.8
Penalties3-1512-115
Turnovers42
Fumbles lost31
Interceptions thrown11
Time of possession29:4530:15

Win probability

Above the line favours Texas Longhorns, below favours San José State Spartans.

Venue

  • DKR-Texas Memorial StadiumAustin, TX
  • Attendance100841

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