Arch Manning’s first offseason as Texas’ starting quarterback has been anything but smooth, as injuries have already disrupted the offensive unit he’s expected to lead.

The buzz around Texas quarterback Arch Manning has only grown louder as the NFL Combine gets underway. While teams prepare for the 2025 NFL Draft, some already have their eyes on the 2026 class- one that could be headlined by Manning.

A recent report in Athlon Sports gets into how Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian recently opened up about his high hopes and respect for incoming starting quarterback Arch Manning, who will replace Quinn Ewers after he declared for the 2025 NFL Draft.

The nephew of Peyton and Eli Manning will look to build on Ewers' tremendous career and lead Texas to its first title since Vince Young was behind center. However, unlike Ewers, who had a slew of veteran receivers to throw to, Manning's first spring will see him throw to a handful of guys who have never played before.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian spoke to the media for the first time since their Jan. 11 loss to the Ohio State Buckeyes in the College Football Playoff Semifinal in the Cotton Bowl. He praised quarterback Arch Manning’s leadership and highlighted his readiness to shine as the starting quarterback for the 2025 season after two years as Quinn Ewers’ backup.