Austin, TX
Aug 31, 2024
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The Texas Longhorns showcased their dominance in the 2024 season opener with a 52-0 victory over the Colorado State Rams at Darrell K. Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Quarterback Quinn Ewers led the charge with 260 passing yards, completing 20 of 27 passes, and three touchdowns despite an early interception. Texas' defense smothered the Rams, allowing only 192 total yards and forcing two crucial turnovers.
Wide receiver Matthew Golden proved to be a reliable target, securing two touchdown receptions. Arch Manning added to the offensive onslaught with both a passing and a rushing touchdown. The Longhorns' offensive unit was efficient and balanced, totaling 545 yards. Colorado State, meanwhile, couldn't find their rhythm, struggling against penalties and a relentless Texas defense that included standout performances from players like Jahdae Barron and Jerrick Gibson.
Quintrevion Wisner (Texas)
Wisner rushed for 3 yards to score the first touchdown of the game, capping a quick 4-play, 64-yard drive that set the tone for Texas' early lead.
Bert Auburn (Texas)
Auburn's 45-yard field goal came after a mishandled punt by Colorado State, extending Texas' lead to 10-0 and capitalizing on the Rams' mistake.
Matthew Golden (Texas)
Golden caught an 11-yard touchdown pass from Ewers, his second touchdown reception of the game, cementing Texas' 31-0 lead before halftime.
Jerrick Gibson (Texas)
Gibson powered through for a 5-yard rushing touchdown, marking his first college touchdown and pushing the Longhorns' lead to 38-0.
Silas Bolden (Texas)
On a broken play, Manning scrambled and tossed a 5-yard pass to Bolden, who dove into the end zone for a touchdown, putting Texas ahead 45-0.
Arch Manning (Texas)
Manning's 1-yard touchdown run on fourth-and-goal sealed Texas' dominant 52-0 win and marked his first career rushing touchdown.
Jahdae Barron (Texas)
Barron's 30-yard interception return set up a quick scoring opportunity for Texas, leading to a touchdown just before halftime.
Wardell Mack (Texas)
Mack made a spectacular toe-tap interception in the end zone with 46 seconds remaining, preserving Texas' shutout and capping off a stellar defensive performance.
Quinn Ewers (Texas, QB)
Ewers had a near-flawless outing, completing 20 of 27 passes for 260 yards and three touchdowns. Despite one interception, his performance was pivotal in securing Texas's dominant win.
Matthew Golden (Texas, WR)
Golden showcased his scoring ability with three receptions for 50 yards and two touchdowns, proving to be a key target in the red zone.
Arch Manning (Texas, QB)
Manning showcased his versatility by contributing both a passing and rushing touchdown, adding a dynamic element to Texas's offensive dominance.
Jerrick Gibson (Texas, RB)
Gibson emerged as a powerful force in the backfield, rushing for 67 yards on 10 carries and scoring his first college touchdown.
Jahdae Barron (Texas, DB)
Barron made a critical interception and returned it 30 yards, setting up a scoring opportunity and bolstering Texas's defensive supremacy.
Jaylon Guilbeau (Texas, Star)
Guilbeau led the Longhorns with eight tackles and was consistently in the right position, showcasing his defensive prowess.
Wardell Mack (Texas, CB)
The true freshman made a spectacular toe-tap interception in the end zone late in the game, preserving Texas's shutout.
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