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Kirby Smart Highlights Arch Manning’s Growth as Texas Returns to Top 10 Before Georgia Test

Georgia’s coach points to film showing real gains in Manning’s decision-making, release and composure.

; Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) passes the ball during warm ups prior to the game against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Overview

  • After a career-best 346 yards against Mississippi State, Manning threw for 328 yards and three touchdowns versus Vanderbilt to spark Texas’ surge.
  • Texas climbed to No. 10 in both the AP Top 25 and the US LBM Coaches Poll, and Manning rose to No. 18 in CBS Sports’ QB Power Rankings.
  • Smart cited improved protection recognition, quicker triggers, extended-play ability and effective scrambling while noting Manning’s steady confidence on tape.
  • Commentators Chad Johnson and Shannon Sharpe cautioned that Texas’ pass protection and lack of a true outside No. 1 target could expose Manning against Georgia.
  • Georgia presents a stiff defensive test, with coverage noting a top-25 total defense, and betting markets place Manning’s Heisman odds around +2500 as his case remains conditional on team support.