Texas Longhorns starting quarterback Quinn Ewers has reportedly decided to delay his entry into the 2024 NFL Draft, opting to stay with the Longhorns for another season. This unexpected development could pose challenges for young quarterback Arch Manning, a rising talent from a renowned football family.
Manning, part of the Manning football dynasty with grandfather Archie Manning and uncles Peyton and Eli Manning, is eyeing a future in the NFL. However, he currently faces the immediate task of securing a starting position in college football. While Manning likely didn’t anticipate displacing Ewers as the starter this season, he might have envisioned an opportunity after Ewers suffered an injury. Surprisingly, Maalik Murphy was chosen over Manning as the replacement.
REPORT: Arch Manning is “happy with the decision he made” to go to Texas despite not playing, his grandfather Archie said.
He also did mention Eli’s situation where he was a first-year redshirted, then a backup in the second year, and the third year became the starter.
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Recent rumors hint at Manning considering a transfer, especially with Ewers deciding to extend his stay at Texas. Despite speculations, Archie Manning asserts that his grandson is content with his commitment to the program. In an interview with The Spun, Archie highlighted the uniqueness of each player’s journey, emphasizing that Arch is in a favorable situation.
Drawing parallels with Peyton and Eli’s college experiences, Archie noted the varied paths to success. He acknowledged Ewers’ unfortunate injury and praised Murphy for stepping up. Archie emphasized that Arch is pleased with his decision, anticipating a redshirt year that could be pivotal for his development.
While Archie’s comments were made before Ewers’ decision to stay, he believes it won’t alter Arch’s career trajectory significantly. Despite this, several top football programs have emerged as potential destinations for Arch amid the evolving situation at Texas. The quarterback drama continues to unfold as college football enthusiasts await Arch Manning’s next move.