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NFL Scouts Voice ‘Real Concern’ Over Arch Manning as Texas Enters SEC Play

Uneven early performances have put his 2026 draft standing under fresh scrutiny.

Overview

  • Bruce Feldman reported that multiple evaluators have “real concern” about Manning’s play, with one NFL scouting director citing pressure and the need for development.
  • Manning struggled in the opener at Ohio State, going 17-of-30 for 170 yards with one touchdown and one interception in a 14-7 loss.
  • In Texas’ three wins since, he has totaled 718 passing yards with eight touchdowns and two interceptions and a 172.0 passer rating against San Jose State, UTEP and Sam Houston.
  • Across his first four starts, he has completed 61.3% of his passes for 888 yards with nine touchdowns and three interceptions, according to the Austin American-Statesman.
  • Texas begins SEC play at Florida this week, with games against Oklahoma, Vanderbilt, Georgia and Texas A&M viewed as key tests, and a recent CBS mock draft currently leaves Manning out of the first round.