At a Glance
- Texas State defeats Rice 41-10 in Armed Forces Bowl.
- Brad Jackson amasses 173 yards and 3 TDs.
- Lincoln Pare rushes for 106 yards in Rice’s only score.
- Why it matters: A decisive bowl win caps Texas State’s season and showcases Jackson’s dual-threat play.
In the Armed Forces Bowl, Texas State’s offense, led by quarterback Brad Jackson, overwhelmed Rice with a 41-10 victory on Friday night in Fort Worth, Texas. The victory also gave Texas State its first bowl win since 2013.
Game Highlights
Jackson opened the scoring with a 6-yard rushing touchdown in the second quarter, giving the Bobcats a 10-7 lead at halftime. After the break, he connected on a 69-yard pass to Beau Sparks and two short completions to Chris Dawn Jr. for touchdowns. Rice’s only score came from Aaron Turner on a 2-yard pass from quarterback Patrick Crayton Jr.
- 6-yard rush by Brad Jackson (second quarter)
- 69-yard pass to Beau Sparks (third quarter)
- 12-yard pass to Chris Dawn Jr. (third quarter)
- 14-yard pass to Chris Dawn Jr. (fourth quarter)
- 2-yard pass to Aaron Turner (Rice)
Key Performances
Jackson finished with 173 yards and three passing touchdowns, while also adding a rushing touchdown. Lincoln Pare led Rice with 106 yards on 11 carries and a touchdown, totaling 1,022 rushing yards for his final season. Kicker Tyler Robles secured the win with two field goals from 30 and 28 yards.
- Brad Jackson: 173 yards, 3 TDs, 1 rushing TD
- Lincoln Pare: 106 yards, 1 TD, 1,022 season total
- Tyler Robles: 2 field goals (30 & 28 yards)
- Patrick Crayton Jr.: 70 yards, 1 interception
Game Summary
The Bobcats dominated the second half, scoring 31 unanswered points to seal a convincing bowl victory. Rice finished with a 5-8 record and struggled to keep pace.
| Team | Record | Bowl Score |
|---|---|---|
| Texas State | 7-6 | 41 |
| Rice | 5-8 | 10 |
Key Takeaways
- Texas State’s balanced attack led to a decisive bowl win.
- Brad Jackson’s dual-threat performance highlighted his game-changing ability.
- Rice’s lone touchdown came early; the team could not respond.
The 41-10 outcome cements Texas State’s season success and sets the stage for next year’s recruiting efforts. Fans celebrated a historic win that could boost the program’s profile.
