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Texas Longhorns vs Rice Owls Wrap - Texas Wins 48-13

Texas cruised to victory on Saturday, as they ran up a 48-13 score against Rice in Week 3 action at NRG Stadium.

Bettors who backed the Longhorns were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -32.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 57.0.

Keaontay Ingram rushed for 74 yards, while Roschon Johnson added 59 yards in the win. Jake Smith and Devin Duvernay added 75 and 60 receiving yards respectively.

Aston Walter rushed for 69 yards for Rice, while Charlie Booker added 26 yards. Tom Stewart threw for 179 yards for the Owls, while receivers Austin Trammell and Brad Rozner had 97 and 41 yards respectively.

Rice lost the offensive yardage battle to Texas 509-266 yards in Saturday's game. Texas had more first downs as that total ended up 28-13.

The time of possession battle favored Texas as their offense was on the field for 33:47, longer than the 26:13 of their opponents.

Texas looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Oklahoma State. Rice will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Baylor.