Texas faces crucial matchup against Ole Miss as Michigan seeks QB stability
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 8:35 AM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026
Texas is set to host Ole Miss on October 24, a game that may determine the future of quarterback Arch Manning. Texas' offensive line has allowed 17 sacks this season, impacting Manning's performance. Meanwhile, Michigan's true freshman quarterback Tommy Carr played effectively against Penn State and now faces Indiana, seeking to establish himself as a long-term starter. If Carr succeeds, it could change dynamics within Michigan’s quarterback roster.
- •Texas plays Ole Miss in a vital College Football Playoff elimination game.
- •Arch Manning has thrown for 1,295 yards this season with 11 touchdowns.
- •Tommy Carr rescued Michigan in the second half against Penn State.
- •Carr now faces defending champion Indiana in his next start.
- •Oregon's Dylan Raiola aims to keep the Ducks' playoff hopes alive against Illinois.
- 8:35 AMYahoo Sports — Texas has an Arch Manning problem. Michigan may have solved its own
"Texas can’t protect Arch Manning forever, while Michigan may have found its answer. Week 8 could force some brutal QB decisions.
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