Overview

• Kickoff is 9 a.m. Saturday in Austin, where both teams enter 0-1 following narrow openers.
• Texas is listed as a 36.5-point favorite for a home opener expected to draw more than 100,000 fans.
• San Jose State quarterback Walker Eget threw two interceptions and lost a fumble, then texted coach Ken Niumatalolo taking responsibility as the coach reaffirmed his leadership.
• Arch Manning’s Texas debut produced 170 passing yards with one touchdown and one interception plus 38 rushing yards, and Niumatalolo called him a physical runner who won’t slide.
• Linebacker Jordan Pollard’s 15 tackles caught Texas coach Steve Sarkisian’s eye, while receiver Danny Scudero broke out with nine catches for 189 yards including a 45-yard score.