Manning's Pressure Lessened as Texas Eyes Strong 2026

Arch Manning sat behind former starter Quinn Ewers in 2024, with a few starts that produced three interceptions and a sub‑60% completion rate. After a 26‑3 win over Oklahoma in Week 6, he found rhythm, finishing the season 7‑1 with 14 touchdown passes, two interceptions and five rushing touchdowns.

Now in his second full season, expectations have risen. Manning is a Heisman frontrunner, faces competition from Oregon’s Dante Moore, Notre Dame’s CJ Carr and Ole Miss’ Trinidad Chambliss, and must navigate a tough SEC slate that includes LSU, Texas A&M and Tennessee. Texas also boasts edge rusher Colin Simmons, transfer WR Cam Coleman and RB Hollywood Smothers as the Longhorns aim for a playoff return. milkshakeslot.com