Overview

• Arch Manning was officially designated Texas Longhorns’ starting quarterback for the 2025 season after two years as a backup.
• He commands the highest NIL valuation among college athletes at $6.8 million, reflecting his commercial appeal under recent NCAA reforms.
• At the Manning Passing Academy, Manning sought counsel from Matthew McConaughey on managing public attention and preserving normal routines.
• As a redshirt freshman, Manning passed for 939 yards with nine touchdowns and rushed for 108 yards and four scores, fueling expectations for his full-time debut.
• Manning’s third-generation pedigree links him to NFL greats Archie, Peyton and Eli Manning, magnifying scrutiny on his Texas tenure.