Whether or not Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning enters the 2026 NFL draft or stays in school is arguably the biggest question looming over the 2025 college football season.

The Longhorns head coach is bullish on his new starting quarterback's ability to hit the ground running in 2025

Widely viewed as the No. 1 prospect in the 2026 NFL Draft, Arch Manning said he's "just focused" on the 2025 season when he was asked about entering the draft next year at SEC Media Days.

July 16 - Arch Manning has started a grand total of two games in two seasons at quarterback for the Texas Longhorns. Yet, according to DraftKings, the Louisiana native and third-generation member of the Manning family is the favorite to win the Heisman Trophy.

Texas quarterback Arch Manning is projected to enter his first season as a full-time starter while ranked as the highest-paid player in college sports, according to On3 NIL Valuations.

Texas quarterback Arch Manning admits that being the backup was tough after playing every year in high school.

Arch Manning Sets Priorities Straight Amid Growing Hype originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Behind center for the Texas Longhorns in 2025 will be Arch Manning, the third‑year sophomore whose storied pedigree and limited game film have fueled national intrigue.