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6d ago

Scouts Question Arch Manning as Mock Draft Slides Him to No. 28

A CBS analyst says his best games have come against lesser foes, underscoring concerns about how he handles top competition.

Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns throws a pass in the first quarter against the UTEP Miners at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on September 13, 2025 in Austin, Texas.

Overview

  • Former NFL running back Damien Harris argued Manning has yet to deliver against elite opponents, pointing to a strong chance to change that with a road test at Florida.
  • Across four starts, Manning has completed 61.3% of his passes for 888 yards with nine touchdowns and three interceptions, adding 123 rushing yards and five scores.
  • Dane Brugler of The Athletic reported “real concern” from scouts after the Ohio State opener, with one evaluator citing unusual external pressure and possible mental processing issues.
  • ESPN’s Bill Connelly ranked Manning 41st among Power 4 quarterbacks as Texas leans on a top-tier defense that ranks near the national leaders in multiple categories.
  • The Athletic’s Nick Baumgardner projected Manning at No. 28 to the Colts in a new mock draft, a slide that observers say could factor into a decision to return to Texas next season.