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Arch Manning starts season with Texas opener
Arch Manning takes the field as Texas QB in a national spotlight matchup against Ohio State.
Arch Manning steps into the starting role for a high-stakes season opener that will test hype, leadership, and a program chasing a title.
Arch Manning starts as Texas QB in opener against Ohio State
Arch Manning will start for No 1 Texas in the season opener against No 3 Ohio State. He appeared in two games last season when Quinn Ewers was injured and has waited for this moment to prove he can lead a high profile offense on a national stage. The matchup will test Manning's poise and accuracy as the Longhorns face a Buckeyes defense led by new coordinator Matt Patricia.
Manning's public profile is strong with endorsements from Red Bull, Uber, Vuori and Panini, plus a Warby Parker deal that will debut during the game. He keeps a relatively low public footprint, uses a private Instagram account, and says he plans to enjoy the moment. Texas enters the season ranked No 1 for the first time, a reflection of recent success and high expectations that come with a star recruit and a storied program.
Key Takeaways
"Arch is a great kid. I just feel like he is normal. And that is what I love about him."
Sarkisian on Manning's humility
"Time to prove it on the field."
Manning on starting role
"I want to be the quarterback at the University of Texas. Sometimes it is worth the wait."
Manning on his wait for starting role
"To me, that's probably the best part about his evolution."
Coach on Manning's growth
The Manning name packs a powerful punch for a program that wants to push past the playoff era. When Manning plays well, the Texas hype can lift the entire roster; if he struggles, the pressure could tighten around the program and the coaching staff.
This game sits in a larger shift where NIL deals, media attention and transfer culture shape a quarterback's first months in college. The outcome may not alone decide a season, but it will influence the conversation around Manning and Texas for weeks to come.
Highlights
- Arch Manning finally takes the field as the starter
- The wait is over the field is the test
- Texas bets on Manning and a title run begins
- Hype meets the first real challenge on opening night
Public reaction and NIL scrutiny surrounding Manning hype
The article highlights intense social media attention and endorsement deals around Arch Manning. This environment can add pressure on a young quarterback and invites scrutiny of NIL practices and how fame is managed in college sports.
The true test will be the operation on the field, not the headlines off it.
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