Despite the team’s success, a lot has been made about their backup quarterback, Arch Manning. The nephew of NFL legend Peyton Manning has never been far from the headlines since enrolling at the school before the 2023 season.
Arch looking to play?
During a recent appearance on the ‘Bussin’ With The Boys’ podcast, Peyton spoke about Arch’s time at Texas, noting that he believes his nephew wants to play.
“I think he wants to play. He wants to establish himself first. Obviously, I think they’ve got a good team this year. I’m a big fan of Quinn (Ewers). I’ve gotten to know him. He comes down to our camp, and the two of them get along great,” Peyton said.
“I’m proud of [Arch] for staying there. Most kids would probably transfer in that setting, but he stayed there. He likes playing for [Steve Sarkisian], he likes the system. And when he does get in there, he’s going to benefit from kind of having a little continuity in the system.”
At Texas, Arch will be led by Steve Sarkisian, a head coach who has a reputation for developing quarterbacks, having worked with the likes of Carson Palmer, Mark Sanchez, Tua Tagovailoa and Mac Jones in the past.
More praise for Arch
Another big name who is a fan of Arch is Drew Brees. He also had positives to say about the young Manning as reported by Larry Holder of The Athletic.
“For him to just be in a system, be in a program, learn from one of the best QB developers in Steve Sarkisian and the rest of the staff that they’ve put together.
“He’s going in the SEC now, right? He’s gonna be playing against some of the top talent in all of college football. That’d be the best thing for him is just stay there, lock in, learn, grow, develop, become an incredible leader for that team and make a run at some national championships. Then, he will be the most prepared going into the NFL at that point.”
