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Arch Manning and Dante Moore lead 2026 college football QB tiers

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 1:03 PM

Last updated Jun 11, 2026

Arch Manning and Dante Moore lead 2026 college football QB tiers

Summary

As the 2026 college football season approaches, quarterbacks Dante Moore and Arch Manning are highlighted as the top candidates for the Heisman Trophy. Both players opted to return for another season, enhancing their prospects at Oregon and Texas, respectively. The full analysis categorizes all Power Four starting quarterbacks and anticipates potential surprises amidst ongoing quarterback battles. Players like Trinidad Chambliss and Darian Mensah also emerge as notable contenders. The ranking of quarterbacks comes amid various roster evaluations heading into the new season.

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Key Details

•Dante Moore returns to Oregon after rejecting NFL Draft opportunities.
•Arch Manning leads Texas with strong supporting offensive players.
•Trinidad Chambliss emerges after leading Ole Miss to a historic season.
•Full quarterback tiers analyze anticipated starters ahead of the season.
•Ongoing competitions may change the projected rankings in the coming months.

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1:03 PMCBS Sports — College football QB tiers: Arch Manning, Dante Moore lead top group in 2026 class

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From the All-Americans to the unknowns, we break down every Power Four starting quarterback heading into the 2026 college football season
— CBS Sportsby David Cobb

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