Overview

• Archie Manning, former NFL quarterback and grandfather of Texas Longhorns QB Arch Manning, stated he would like to see his grandson play for the Dallas Cowboys in the future.
• Arch Manning, currently in his second season at Texas, has seen limited playing time but stepped in as a starter during Quinn Ewers' injury this year.
• Arch has thrown for 939 yards, nine touchdowns, and two interceptions in seven appearances this season, with additional contributions on the ground including four rushing touchdowns.
• Archie Manning hopes his grandson will spend three more years at Texas, making him eligible for the 2028 NFL Draft, aligning with a potential transition for the Cowboys' current quarterback, Dak Prescott.
• The Manning family has a history of influencing NFL career paths, as seen with Eli Manning's 2004 draft-day trade from the Chargers to the Giants.