**Arch Manning’s Future at Texas: A Look Ahead to 2025**
As one of the most highly coveted high school recruits just a couple of years ago, Arch Manning made the pivotal decision to join the Texas Longhorns in Austin. With the recent selection of Quinn Ewers in the seventh round of the NFL Draft, Manning now has a clear path to potentially become Texas’ starting quarterback. Despite showing glimpses of his talent during limited playing time, former college football coach Steve Spurrier remains skeptical about the hype surrounding Manning.
During a recent episode of the “Another Dooley Noted” podcast, Spurrier, who led the Florida Gators to a national championship in 1996, questioned Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian’s choice to start Ewers over Manning in previous seasons. “Most people are picking Texas to win the SEC in football,” Spurrier remarked. “They’ve got Arch Manning already winning the Heisman, too. My question is, if he was this good, how come they let Quinn Ewers play all the time last year? He was a seventh-round pick?”
Spurrier further challenged Sarkisian’s decision-making, suggesting that if Manning was indeed the superior player, he should have been given more opportunities. “Hopefully, he’ll say, ‘Because we thought he was better than that one.’ Isn’t that why you play one guy and not the other?” he added.
While Manning has faced speculation about transferring to another program for immediate playing time, he has expressed his commitment to Texas. In an April media session, the 19-year-old acknowledged the challenges of waiting for his turn but emphasized his desire to remain with the Longhorns. “It was tough. I mean, it’s tough in this age,” Manning said. “Sometimes it’s worth the wait. But I hope it pays off. There’s nowhere else I want to be.”
Last season, Manning participated in 10 games, starting two in place of an injured Ewers. He concluded the 2024 season with impressive stats, including 939 passing yards, nine touchdowns, and two interceptions, while also showcasing his athleticism with 108 rushing yards and four touchdowns. Texas made a strong playoff run, defeating Clemson and securing a thrilling overtime victory against Arizona State before being eliminated by the Ohio State Buckeyes.
Looking ahead, Texas is set to open the 2025 season against Ohio State in Columbus on August 30, marking a significant moment for Manning as he aims to solidify his role as the Longhorns’ starting quarterback.
**FAQ**
**Q: What are Arch Manning’s prospects for the 2025 season?**
A: With Quinn Ewers now in the NFL, Arch Manning has a strong opportunity to become the starting quarterback for Texas in the 2025 season, following a promising performance in the previous year.
