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Arch Manning Embraces Spotlight as Texas Starting Quarterback

Named full-time starter, Manning faces a season-opening test at Ohio State that could validate his draft projections.

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Overview

  • Arch Manning was officially named the Texas Longhorns’ starting quarterback for the 2025 season after backing up Quinn Ewers for two years.
  • Although he has attempted only 95 career passes at Texas, he enters the season as the +230 favorite at FanDuel to be the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL draft.
  • Texas coach Steve Sarkisian said Manning must concentrate on delivering a strong 2025 campaign before making any NFL decision.
  • Prominent voices such as Jordan Rodgers and Steve Spurrier have raised doubts about his arm strength and experience despite his Manning family legacy.
  • Manning’s first full-time start comes on Aug. 30 at Ohio State, where the Longhorns aim for an early statement against the defending national champions.