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Arch Manning In Concussion Protocol After Overtime Hit In Texas' Comeback Win

Medical clearance will determine his availability for Vanderbilt, with Matthew Caldwell taking first-team reps.

Overview

  • Coach Steve Sarkisian said Manning did not practice Monday and entered concussion protocol, with updates to come later this week.
  • Texas beat Mississippi State 45-38 in overtime as Manning posted a career-best line of 29-of-46 for 346 yards with three passing touchdowns and a rushing score during a 17-point fourth-quarter rally.
  • Manning was injured on a 13-yard scramble on the first play of overtime when contact sent his head to the turf; Texas submitted the play to the SEC for review.
  • Graduate transfer Matthew Caldwell took the No. 1 snaps Monday and is the expected starter if Manning is not cleared; he threw the overtime game-winning touchdown to Emmett Mosley V.
  • The No. 20 Longhorns are 6-2 (3-1 SEC) with No. 9 Vanderbilt up next in Austin on Saturday, the first of a pivotal stretch that also includes Georgia, Arkansas and Texas A&M.