Analysts discuss Arch Manning's potential transfer after Texas losses
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 1:12 AM
Last updated Oct 20, 2026

Following two consecutive losses by 27-24 against unranked teams, the Texas Longhorns have seen significant criticism of quarterback Arch Manning. Analysts suggest he may benefit from transferring to a different program if he continues his college football career, with recommendations for Miami as a viable option. Texas currently stands at 4-2 overall and 1-2 in SEC play, dropping from No. 1 to No. 19 in the AP Top 25. There is speculation that redshirt freshman KJ Lacey may receive more first-team practice reps after Manning's decline in performance. Manning is projected as the sixth-best quarterback for the 2027 NFL draft after earlier being considered a top prospect.
- •Texas falls to 4-2, dropping to No. 19 in AP poll
- •Manning's recent play raises transfer speculation
- •KJ Lacey to get more first-team practice reps
- •Miami suggested as potential landing spot for Manning
- •Manning projected as 6th QB in 2027 draft rankings
- 1:12 AMYahoo Sports — “Don’t Think He Should Go Back to Texas”: Analysts Discuss Arch Manning Transferring to ACC Powerhouse Amid Possible Benching
"After starting the 2026 regular college football season with four straight wins, the Texas Longhorns suffered back-to-back 27-24 losses to unranked teams, the Oklahoma Sooners and the Florida Gators, to fall from No. 1 to No.
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