Arch Manning's Big Decision: Staying at Texas for Another Year

University of Texas Quarterback Commits to Another Year

Arch Manning, the promising quarterback for the University of Texas, has decided to stay with the Longhorns for the 2026 season. The announcement was made by his father, Cooper Manning, to ESPN. This news comes after earlier comments from Arch's grandfather, Archie Manning, but without any official confirmation from Arch himself.

A Season of Growth

This past season marked Arch's first as the starting quarterback for Texas. His initial performances were shaky, with five interceptions in his first five games, leading to a couple of losses, including an unexpected defeat to Florida. However, Arch showed significant improvement in the second half of the season, throwing only two interceptions in his final seven games.

Coach's Perspective

Coach Steve Sarkisian expressed optimism about Arch's progress. He noted that Arch has been making strides both physically and mentally. Sarkisian believes that Arch is committed to another year to further develop and prepare for his future in the NFL. Additionally, Arch has some unfinished goals he aims to achieve at Texas.

Impressive Statistics

Arch's season statistics highlight his potential:

• Passing: 227 completions out of 370 attempts
• Yards: 2,942
• Touchdowns: 24
• Rushing: 83 attempts for 244 yards and eight touchdowns

These numbers underscore Arch's ability and promise as a future standout player.