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Texas Longhorns aim for championship season under Arch Manning

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 10:09 PM

Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Texas Longhorns aim for championship season under Arch Manning

Summary

As the Texas Longhorns prepare for the 2026 college football season, expectations are high following a missed playoff appearance last year. Quarterback Arch Manning, returning for his second season, is projected to throw for 3,775 yards and 36 touchdown passes while improving his completion percentage. Texas's running game is bolstered by Hollywood Smothers, Raleek Brown, and Derrek Cooper, combining for over 2,000 rushing yards. The team’s defense, led by coordinator Will Muschamp, is expected to rank in the top 12 nationally. The Longhorns have their sights set on returning to the SEC championship game and possibly the College Football Playoff.

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•Arch Manning expected to improve his performance with 3,775 yards passing
•Running backs Smothers, Brown, and Cooper projected to combine for 2,225 rushing yards
•Texas defense aiming for a top 12 national ranking
•Longhorns targeting a return to the SEC championship game

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After missing out on the College Football Playoff, the Texas Longhorns are obsessed with getting back to the postseason. How will they fare?
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