Arch Manning's slow progress prompts speculation on future at Texas
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 7:04 PM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Texas quarterback Arch Manning has shown promise in his second year, contributing to a 24-23 victory over Ohio State, where he completed 23 of 37 passes for 195 yards, one touchdown, and one interception. Despite early successes, former Georgia linebacker David Pollack expressed concerns about Manning's processing speed, suggesting he might benefit from another year in college before entering the NFL. Pollack noted Manning's potential but emphasized the need for more consistency and game experience. This discourse adds depth to ongoing discussions about Manning's NFL trajectory as Texas looks to leverage his development throughout the season.
- •Manning helped Texas secure a 24-23 win against Ohio State.
- •He completed 73 of 115 passes for 862 yards in four games this season.
- •Pollack suggests Manning may return for another college season to gain experience.
- •Manning's processing speed cited as a critical area for improvement.
- 7:04 PMYahoo Sports — “There’s a Good Chance’ — CFB Analyst Makes Bold Arch Manning Prediction Amid Slow Year 2 Progress
"The Texas quarterback Arch Manning entered the 2026 college football season as one of the most highly hyped quarterbacks in the country, carrying enormous expectations. He started the season with a strong performance against Texas State before helping the Longhorns secure a dramatic 24-23 victory over Ohio State. Manning completed 23 of 37 passes for […] The post “There’s a Good Chance’ — CFB Analyst Makes Bold Arch Manning Prediction Amid Slow Year 2 Progress appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
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