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Conferences: SBC
Game Recap and Photos: Alfredo Vazquez
UFCU Stadium
San Marcos, Texas – September 20th, 2025

On Saturday, September 20, 2025, the Texas State Bobcats played against the Nicholls State Colonels. This game took place at UFCU Stadium in San Marcos, Texas. They came away with a dominant 35–3 win. Attendance was not officially reported. 

Game Leaders & Key Stats

Quarterback Brad Jackson paced Texas State with 180 passing yards on 13-of-20 attempts and added two rushing touchdowns.  Running back Lincoln Pare led the ground game with 64 yards and a rushing touchdown, while Torrance Burgess Jr. and Greg Burrell also punched in rushing scores.  In the receiving game, Kylen Evans stood out with 4 catches for 88 yards. 

Defensively, Texas State held Nicholls to just 224 total yards. They forced zero offensive touchdowns beyond a field goal in the opening drive. Nicholls QB Deuce Hogan threw for 97 yards with one interception. 

Defining Plays & Turning Points

One early arrow in the Bobcats’ quiver was Brad Jackson’s 9-yard rushing touchdown. He rambled in for it on Texas State’s opening drive. That set the tone right away.  Another pivotal moment came near the end of the second quarter. Texas State cornerback Khamari Terrell intercepted a Nicholls pass in the end zone. Nicholls had just started showing signs of life. That turnover snuffed the momentum.  After that, Texas State poured it on, scoring 21 points in the second quarter to build a decisive lead. 

What This Result Means

For Texas State, this game was a statement. After a loss to Arizona State, the Bobcats needed a bounce-back to build confidence. They wanted to strengthen their resolve before diving into Sun Belt Conference play. The performance showed balance: efficient passing, effective rushing, and a defense that clamped down when it counted. It also helps reinforce their home dominance—starting the season strong at home before tougher road and conference matchups. 

For Nicholls State, this was a rough outing. The offense struggled to get going outside of a field goal. Turnovers occurred and they could not sustain drives. These issues doomed them. The game exposes areas that need work: offensive line play, red-zone execution, and momentum control. They have a 1-3 record now. They must make adjustments quickly. This is necessary if they want to compete in the FCS or against Group of Five opponents. 

Final Thought

Texas State’s 35–3 victory over Nicholls wasn’t just a win—it was an exclamation mark. When you dominate all three phases—offense, defense, and special teams—you send a message that you’re ready for bigger challenges. Nicholls, meanwhile, must learn fast.

What impressed you most about Texas State’s performance: Jackson’s dual threat, Pare’s ground game, or the shutdown defense? Drop your thoughts. Share this recap. Tag a friend. Let’s see who you think will emerge as a dark horse in the Sun Belt this season.