From Arch Manning to his new weapons, there was a lot to like for Texas in its romp past overmatched Texas State. But the real measuring stick comes next week when top-ranked Ohio State visits.

Manning threw for 305 yards and four touchdowns. The true test comes next week, when the No. 1 Buckeyes roll into town.

Ohio State ran through Ball State on Saturday while Indiana extended its FBS-leading winning streak to 17 games.

Matthew McConaughey barely paused after Texas opened the season with a lopsided win before turning his attention to next week’s much bigger fight. The actor and well-known Longhorns supporter posted on X shortly after the 59-7 victory over Texas State on Saturday.

Ohio State hosts Ball State in its 2026 season opener, with the Buckeyes aiming to build depth and consistency ahead of a marquee matchup against Texas the following week.

Jeremiah Smith had eight receptions for 151 yards and struck a Heisman pose after his second touchdown during top-ranked Ohio State's 56-3 victory over Ball State.

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Notre Dame, a favorite for the national title for the first time in two decades, and Ohio State are 6-1 to win the College Football Playoff, followed closely by Texas at 13-2, according to DraftKings.