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Arch Manning Takes Reins as No. 1 Texas Opens at No. 3 Ohio State

The matchup will test Texas' new signal-caller against Ohio State's freshman starter.

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LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier looks to pass during his team's game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on Nov. 16, 2024 in Gainesville, Fla.

Overview

  • No. 1 Texas visits No. 3 Ohio State on Saturday at noon ET on FOX in a season opener that rematches last season’s 28-14 Buckeyes win in the CFP semifinal.
  • Ryan Day said redshirt freshman Julian Sayin will start at quarterback for Ohio State, calling it “about time” to play and emphasizing the goal of winning his first start.
  • Arch Manning told reporters the Longhorns are the aggressors, saying Texas has a “red dot on everyone,” as ESPN’s Chris Fowler advised him not to try to “be Superman” in Columbus.
  • Oddsmakers list Ohio State as a slight favorite with a tightening spread and a total around 47.5–48, and some sportsbooks price Manning among the early Heisman favorites.
  • Manning announced a new Warby Parker endorsement, with the eyewear brand saying its first commercial with him will run during Saturday’s broadcast.