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Texas coach Sarkisian defends quarterback Arch Manning after close win

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 1:20 AM

Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Texas coach Sarkisian defends quarterback Arch Manning after close win

Summary

Texas improved to 4-0 this season with a narrow 20-17 victory over Tennessee. Coach Steve Sarkisian addressed concerns about quarterback Arch Manning's performance, stating that it's not solely his responsibility to improve. Manning completed 14 of 19 passes for 201 yards, but struggled with an interception. Sarkisian highlighted that Manning, who has shown strengths in red zone efficiency, still requires support from the entire team. The Longhorns will have a bye week before facing Oklahoma in Week 6.

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By the Numbers

•Texas wins 20-17 against Tennessee and stays undefeated.
•Arch Manning passes for 201 yards with one interception but no touchdowns.
•Steve Sarkisian emphasizes team effort in Manning's development.
•Texas will face Oklahoma after their bye week.

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1:20 AMYahoo Sports — Texas news: Sarkisian wants everyone to get off of Arch Manning's case

What they're saying

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Texas moved to 4-0 this year after a win over Tennessee on Saturday. Texas escaped with a 20-17 victory on Saturday after giving up a touchdown late in the fourth quarter. Now, head coach Steve Sarkisian is speaking out about his quarterback , Arch Manning, per Tyler Horka of Inside Texas. “He didn’t have a lot of ops…He’ll continue to get better […] The post Texas news: Sarkisian wants everyone to get off of Arch Manning's case appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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