Texas football is looking to make a playoff run in 2026, led by Arch Manning in his second season as the starter. Week 1- Texas State (September 5): WinGJ Kinne is now in his fourth season at Texas State, as the program moves to the Pac-12. Texas State could surprise in the Pac-12, but will not be surprising Texas here. Isaac Smith and Kelley Jones will be key for the Mississippi State defense, but will struggle in this one. Hardy will wear down the Texas defense and get a few big runs, but not enough in this one.