Arch Manning set for first game at Neyland Stadium with Texas
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 11:08 PM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Arch Manning will make his first trip to Neyland Stadium on Saturday as the quarterback for the Texas Longhorns. Manning, wearing No. 16, is playing in a venue significant to his family, particularly his uncle Peyton. Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian emphasizes the unique challenge of Neyland, noting its reputation as one of the loudest stadiums. Manning has had a mix of performances as Texas' starter, including a tough road record last season. He looks to improve against Tennessee, with College Gameday in attendance and the Longhorns favored by 5.5 points.
- •Arch Manning leads No. 1 Texas against Tennessee at Neyland Stadium.
- •It's Manning's first visit to the venue, never having recruited there.
- •Texas is favored by 5.5 points entering the game.
- •Sarkisian acknowledges the challenge of playing in Neyland's loud atmosphere.
- •Manning has faced inconsistencies but showed potential as Texas' starting quarterback.
- 11:08 PMYahoo Sports — A Manning is set to play at Neyland once again, but Arch has never even been to Knoxville
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