No. 7 Texas Longhorns & Arch Manning rebound in a major way – soundly defeating San Jose State 38-7

Defensively, Texas forced four turnovers – dominating the trenches.

All-American safety Michael Taaffe led the way with seven tackles and linebackers Ty’Anthony Smith and Anthony Hill Jr., each logged six tackles. Smith forced and recovered a fumble while also recording a tackle for loss Saturday. Pete Kwiatkowski seemed to like what he saw from Smith and he brings another physical presence to the second level for the Longhorns.

“(Smith) is becoming a player that can't be taken off the field,” a source tells Geoff Ketchum of Orangebloods.

However, the Longhorns’ discipline still needs sharpen up for SEC play in a few weeks. Texas was flagged 12 times for 115 yards – negating big plays and disrupting momentum. The Florida Gators are lingering in a few weeks so if Texas is going to improve to 1-0 in the Southeastern Conference, Steve Sarkisian's group needs to shore up the little things.

"In camp, we already knew what kind of defense we were going to have during the season - a great defense. They fly around, create turnovers," Baxter said about the Texas defense. "That was their challenge coming into the game, and they exceeded that challenge.

"And Anthony Hill – going up against him in practice – you know what he brings. Me and him coming in [to Texas] together, both being highly recruited guys, we've challenged each other since we've been here. We still do. He makes me better. I make him better, and that's all I can ask for."

Arch Manning had a great statistically, but still expects more.

"A lot to work on. I thought it was sloppy on my part. You can't turn the ball over in the red area. I kind of made some throws where the defense had a chance to make a pick, which they didn't. So, got to play better. I think all around it was a little sloppy."

Speaking of Manning, a lot was made about him skipping a throw at Wingo's feet and appearing to be in pain. He quickly shot down rumors of an injury.

"No, no, I got to make that throw. He was open. Ran a good route. So gotta make that throw."

Sarkisian also touched on the speculation, "I don't know. News to me."

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