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Arch Manning Leads Texas as Starting Quarterback and Embraces Team Unity

At SEC Media Days he deflected questions about NFL prospects to focus on building cohesion ahead of the season opener

Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns warms up before the game against the Brigham Young Cougars at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on October 28, 2023 in Austin, Texas.
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Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns warms up before the game against the Kentucky Wildcats at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Tim Warner/Getty Images
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Overview

  • Manning secured the starting role after Quinn Ewers departed for the NFL, a decision confirmed in January
  • He said he never considered entering the transfer portal despite backing up for two seasons
  • During SEC Media Days he refused to discuss his potential entry in the 2026 NFL Draft, insisting his attention is on 2025
  • Manning underscored his leadership by choosing to live with five teammates to foster camaraderie
  • His family legacy and five-star pedigree generated unprecedented media attention ahead of the Aug. 30 matchup with Ohio State