Overview

• Texas is unranked at 3–2 after a 29-21 loss to Florida, intensifying scrutiny of the offense.
• Arch Manning has 11 touchdown passes and five interceptions through five games, with protection issues contributing to inconsistency.
• Steve Sarkisian defended Manning’s toughness and said the offense is designed to push the ball deep, which lengthens decision time compared with Quinn Ewers’ RPO-heavy approach.
• Opinion pieces and commentators have increased pressure on the program, with Bleacher Report urging a quarterback change and Stephen A. Smith criticizing Sarkisian’s 2025 coaching.
• Sports Illustrated reports Texas could stay in College Football Playoff contention with a 10–2 finish, and freshman receiver Parker Livingstone is expected to be available ahead of the Oklahoma game.