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Arch Manning’s Texas Debut Falters at Ohio State as Offense Stalls

The redshirt sophomore entered 2025 under Heisman odds with NFL evaluators in attendance.

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Quarterback Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns passes the ball during the first quarter against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Ohio Stadium on August 30, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio.
Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) drops back to pass against the Ohio State Buckeyes

Overview

  • In the first half, Manning went 5-for-10 for 26 yards and Texas never crossed the Ohio State 40, trailing 7-0 at the break.
  • The struggles continued after halftime with a goal-line stop on a quarterback push and a third-quarter interception that preceded a Buckeyes touchdown for a 14-0 edge early in the fourth.
  • Fans and commentators on social media panned the performance, highlighting missed throws and joking about his visibility in commercials during the broadcast.
  • Sportsbooks lengthened his Heisman price from +700 before kickoff to +1000 by halftime, falling behind Cade Klubnik and Garrett Nussmeier on FanDuel.
  • NFL decision-makers attended the showcase, including Browns owner Jimmy Haslam and GM Andrew Berry, underscoring the early scrutiny of the sophomore’s development.