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Texas Dismisses Arch Manning Injury Talk as Scrutiny Shifts to Performance

Texas maintains he is healthy, redirecting attention to mechanics before two lighter opponents.

Texas quarterback Arch Manning (16) reacts after getting hit by San Jose State linebacker Taniela Latu (4) during the second half at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium.
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Overview

  • Head coach Steve Sarkisian flatly denied any shoulder or arm issue at his Monday news conference, and Manning said he felt fine after a viral clip showed him grimacing on a throw.
  • Manning rebounded in Week 2 with 19-of-30 passing for 295 yards, four touchdowns and a rushing score in a 38-7 win over San Jose State after a shaky opener at Ohio State.
  • Coaches and analysts attribute recent accuracy lapses to mechanics, citing footwork and shoulder alignment that have led to occasional short-armed or sidearm deliveries.
  • Oddsmakers at FanDuel moved Manning back into the top five of the Heisman race at +1300 following the San Jose State win, with UTEP and Sam Houston up next as tune-ups.
  • ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. said he will leave Manning off his 2026 NFL draft big boards for now, arguing the quarterback should show a full year of command before entering the draft.