Overview

• Through three starts, Manning has completed 55.3% of his passes for 579 yards with six touchdowns, three interceptions and 112 rushing yards as Texas sits 2-1 after beating San Jose State and UTEP following an opening loss at Ohio State.
• FOX analyst Joel Klatt points to off-kilter timing and spacing—showing up in a 0-for-10 stretch versus UTEP and disrupted footwork—as core issues rather than arm talent.
• Film analyst Brooks Austin says Manning’s mechanics look notably different from his 2024 spot starts, describing control and accuracy variances that suggest regression.
• Commentary is split, with Colin Cowherd both questioning Manning’s production and arguing the current turbulence could be valuable development, while Orangebloods highlights a Joe Burrow early-season comparison as a patience cue.
• Pressure tied to the Manning name remains a theme, as Spencer Tillman describes unprecedented scrutiny and urges keeping outside noise to a minimum as evaluations pivot to the next two games.