The Bobcats have taken on an FCS opponent every year since Texas State made the leap to FBS in 2012, with exception to the COVID-riddled 2020 season. The maroon and gold will continue the tradition in 2022, squaring off with Houston Baptist.
The Huskies first matched up with the Bobcats in San Marcos on Sept. 2, 2017, suffering a 20-11 loss in the season opener. The team hasn’t had much fortune in the years since, winning just eight games over the past five seasons (though, its spring 2021 schedule was cut down to a four-game slate).
HBU failed to win a game last year, going 0-11 overall. Head coach Vic Shealy will be banking on his young roster to take a step forward in its development this season. He’ll return his leading rusher in sophomore running back Xzavier Ford, who took 76 carries for 263 yards and three touchdowns. He also retains two of his top receivers in junior Branden Walker and sophomore Ismael Fuller, who combined to catch 64 passes for 621 yards and four touchdowns.
