Arch Manning remains Texas starter amid pressure as KJ Lacey gets first-team reps
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 10:33 PM
Last updated Oct 19, 2026
Steve Sarkisian reaffirmed Arch Manning as Texas' starting quarterback ahead of their game against Ole Miss. Following Texas' second consecutive loss, Manning acknowledged his need to improve, stating he hasn't performed well recently. Backup quarterback KJ Lacey is receiving more first-team practice reps but Sarkisian did not indicate any immediate changes would occur. As Texas prepares for Ole Miss, there is increased scrutiny on both Manning and the Longhorns' offense, which has struggled, particularly in the third quarter.
- •Steve Sarkisian confirms Manning will start against Ole Miss.
- •Manning admits to lacking performance consistency.
- •Backup KJ Lacey gets increased first-team reps.
- •Texas' offense struggled to score in recent games.
- •Longhorns aim for improvement after two losses.
- 10:33 PMYahoo Sports — Steve Sarkisian is sticking by Arch Manning, who vows to be better as pressure heats up for Texas
"Backup KJ Lacey is getting first-team reps, but the embattled Arch Manning remains the Longhorns' starter, although coach Steve Sarkisian says he needs to see improvement.
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