BREAKING: Arch Manning, the highly-touted quarterback for the Texas Longhorns, is laser-focused on his upcoming season as he steps into the starting role for the first time. With the 2025 college football season approaching, Manning emphasized the need to take it one day at a time during an interview at SEC Media Days on July 11, 2023.

“I’m really just worried about getting through this interview and then getting through the run tomorrow,” Manning stated, underscoring his dedication to improving daily. As a potential 2026 NFL Draft first-round pick, all eyes are on him, but he remains grounded, focusing on this season rather than future projections.

Manning, the nephew of NFL legends Eli and Peyton Manning, spent the last two years as a backup to Quinn Ewers. He described his time on the bench as “tough,” but found ways to stay competitive, even engaging in recreational basketball. His father, Cooper Manning, reflected on these challenges, viewing them as valuable character-building moments.

“I’ve always liked when things didn’t go perfectly for my children because I thought it builds character,” Cooper said in an interview with Yahoo Sports on July 10, 2023. “If they’re complaining about something, either they are going to fix it themselves, overcome it, or make an adjustment. Let them deal and overcome.”

Last season, Manning gained valuable experience, throwing for nine touchdowns and accumulating 939 yards despite being a backup. Now, with the starting position solidified, Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian is hopeful for a standout season. “I just want the guy to have a really good season this year. I hope he has a really hard decision to make because that probably means he played really good,” Sarkisian commented.

As Manning gears up for his inaugural season as QB1, fans and analysts alike are eager to see how he translates his experiences into performance on the field. The Texas Longhorns kick off their season in just a few weeks, making this a pivotal moment for the young quarterback.

Stay tuned for more updates as Manning’s journey unfolds—this season promises to be one of significant impact for both him and the Texas football program.