Arch Manning's First Start Earns a 'C-Plus,' but No. 1 Texas Dominates

Arch Manning made his first career start for Texas, throwing for 258 yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions in a dominant 51-3 victory over UL Monroe. Manning, stepping in for injured starter Quinn Ewers, showed moments of promise while leading the No. 1 Longhorns to a 4-0 record.

Manning’s Performance:

Manning, a redshirt freshman and former five-star recruit, had an uneven start, throwing an interception on his first drive. However, he settled in, leading the Longhorns to touchdowns on six of his 10 drives. He completed 15 of 29 passes, with eight of his throws gaining 15 or more yards. His longest completion was a 56-yard pass to Isaiah Bond. Manning was critical of his performance, grading himself a “C-plus,” but he emphasized that securing the win was the most important thing.

Coach Sarkisian’s Take:

Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian acknowledged that Manning would experience growing pains but praised his preparation and resilience. Sarkisian noted that the game plan was designed to push Manning to be aggressive, and despite the interceptions, the young quarterback delivered several big plays.

Support from Playmakers:

Manning was backed by a stellar performance from running back Jaydon Blue, who rushed for 124 yards and scored four total touchdowns. Texas’ defense was dominant, limiting UL Monroe to just 111 total yards and 2.2 yards per play. Manning connected with 11 different receivers, showcasing Texas’ depth of offensive talent.

Quinn Ewers’ Status:

Quinn Ewers, who suffered an oblique strain in last week’s 56-7 win over UTSA, was sidelined, but his status is considered day-to-day. Ewers could return for Texas’ SEC debut against Mississippi State next week.

Texas’ SEC Transition:

This win continued Texas’ strong start in its first season ranked No. 1 in the AP Top 25 since 2008. The Longhorns have outscored their opponents 190-22 and passed their toughest test so far with a 31-12 road win against then-No. 10 Michigan. Looking ahead, Texas faces major challenges with an SEC schedule that includes No. 15 Oklahoma and No. 2 Georgia in consecutive weeks.

Sarkisian’s Outlook:

Coach Sarkisian is confident in Texas’ ability to compete in the SEC, citing the team’s talent, depth, and maturity. However, he emphasized that the “mission is far from over,” with many big games still ahead as Texas aims for a national championship run.

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