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Arch Manning Set as Texas’ 2025 Starting Quarterback, Grandfather Rules Out Early NFL Exit

Featuring a national Vuori campaign, the highest NIL valuation in college sports, significant Heisman buzz, a guarantee from Archie Manning that he will return to Texas, he assumes the Longhorns’ starting role

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Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns throws a pass in the second half against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on September 28, 2024 in Austin, Texas.

Overview

  • Texas coach Steve Sarkisian confirmed Manning as the full-time starter after two seasons as a backup and will debut him on Aug. 30 against No. 2 Ohio State in Columbus
  • His endorsement deal with Vuori marks the first major NIL campaign for a Manning and contributes to an estimated $6.8 million valuation, the highest in college sports
  • In limited duty over the past two seasons, Manning completed 67.8 percent of his passes for 939 yards with nine touchdowns and two interceptions while rushing for 108 yards and four scores
  • Preseason projections list him among early Heisman Trophy contenders and position him as a projected top pick in 2026 NFL Draft mock drafts
  • Grandfather Archie Manning stated he does not expect Arch to enter the 2026 draft and believes he will stay at Texas next year as scouts emphasize the need for a full season of starts before evaluating his pro potential