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Texas enters this matchup as a heavy favorite, with sportsbooks listing the Longhorns at about -41.5 points over Sam Houston.

The game will be the final non-conference tune-up for Texas before beginning its SEC slate.

Sam Houston, under first-year head coach Phil Longo, is still looking for its first win of the season, carrying an 0-3 record into this game.

Key Storylines
Texas Needs Momentum & Consistency: After early season performances that have been solid but sometimes uneven, Texas will want to establish dominance here—especially through the passing game under Arch Manning. There’s pressure on the offense to click, particularly with injuries in the running back corps.

Sam Houston’s Defensive Challenges: The Bearkats have struggled on defense, especially in pass coverage and stopping opposing offenses. Keeping Texas under control in all phases will be a tall order.

Depth & Injuries Matter: Texas is missing key backs like CJ Baxter, which could weaken its ground game. Meanwhile, Sam Houston will need its offense to be efficient and avoid turning the ball over if they hope to keep the game competitive.

Prediction
Given the mismatch in talent, home field, and recent performance, most analysts expect Texas to win comfortably. Final score predictions typically list Texas putting up 35-50 points; Sam Houston might score in the teens, but holding Texas back seems unlikely.