The Arch Manning era in Austin is here. With Texas starting quarterback Quinn Ewers off to the NFL, Manning—the grandson of college football legend Archie Manning and nephew of NFL greats Eli and Peyton Manning—is the presumptive started for the Longhorns in 2025.

Arch Manning could have played anywhere. As the No. 1 recruit in the 2023 class, he had his pick of top programs across the country. But for Manning, the decision was clear from the start. “I liked Coach Sark from the get-go,

Manning understands the level of attention and scrutiny that comes with his family’s last name, but says he hasn’t done enough to earn his current stardom.