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Arch Manning struggles in Texas loss, faces criticism as average QB

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 7:10 PM

Last updated Oct 13, 2026

Arch Manning struggles in Texas loss, faces criticism as average QB

Summary

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning faced backlash after a disappointing performance in a 27-24 loss to unranked Oklahoma on October 11, 2025. Manning threw two late interceptions, including a pick-six, and finished with 260 yards and three touchdowns. Columnist Jason Kirk labeled him 'college football's most average QB,' noting Manning's passer rating ranks him 64th among FBS quarterbacks this season. Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian defended Manning, emphasizing high expectations due to his prominent name, while acknowledging that a lack of a strong running game has increased the pressure on the young quarterback.

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By the Numbers

•Manning finishes 19-for-31 with 260 yards and three touchdowns against Oklahoma.
•Texas has dropped to No. 104 in offensive yards per play this season.
•The Longhorns fell to an unranked opponent after a disappointing showing.
•Sarkisian supports Manning, calling for better team performance to alleviate pressure.

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7:10 PMYahoo Sports — Arch Manning named ‘college football’s most average QB’

What they're saying

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Texas Longhorns star quarterback Arch Manning might be the most high-profile player in college football thanks to his famous last name, but the reality is that his stats just do not reflect his superstardom, and one columnist dug into that this week. Following Texas’ 27-24 loss to unranked Oklahoma in a game where Manning struggled…
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