The Texas Longhorns will need the future starter to step up in big ways in order to have another historical season.

During the transfer portal era, no one is patient, but Arch Manning chose to stay at Texas and be Quinn Ewers’ backup despite rampant speculation he should transfer and seek a more immediate starting opportunity.

Arch Manning's famous bloodlines, and his connection to them amid an ascent to Texas' starting quarterback for the 2025 season, have made him one of college football's true draws. But it's also created what the No.