This may be the easy way out for him. Arch Manning is to be transferred out of Texas.But his uncle thinks it’s not a big deal.
Manning, nephew of both Peyton and Eli, and grandson of Archie, once again Sit behind Quinn EwersDespite being one of the most reliable prospects out of high school.
Head coach Steve Sarkisian announced earlier this week that with Evers skipping the NFL draft for another season, the rising junior would start.
Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (#16) runs down the field during the Big 12 Championship football game between the Texas Longhorns and the Oklahoma State Cowboys on December 2, 2023 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. (Matthew Visinsky/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
Arch said he “hasn’t considered a transfer at all,” and New York Giants Legend says it should stay that way.
“He chose Texas because that’s where he wants to be,” Eli said of Ark on CBS Sports Radio. “This is where he wants to play football. He likes coach Sarkisian and his offense and what he’s doing. . . .
“Obviously, the plan was that Evers would probably go to the NFL,” continued Eli. “But he’s there. Another year for Ark to mature, learn the offense, grow up, get stronger in the weight room and always be ready to play. You never know what’s going to happen.”
“He’s got to be ready. If not, he gets some playing time here and there, and he’s got three more years of eligibility at a great school, at a great football program. The reality is that now you Can be moved so easily. Doesn’t mean you should, just because you’re not playing right now. . . .
Arch Manning, #16 of the Texas Longhorns, warms up before the game against the Wyoming Cowboys at Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Darrell on September 16, 2023 in Austin, Texas. (Tim Warner/Getty Images)
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“I know he wants to play. He’s itching to get out there. But being patient, continuing to learn can also be very helpful.”
Evers led Texas to the College Football Playoff, where they had an almost unbelievable comeback against Washington in the semifinals.
“I think, naturally, when you enter. College Football Playoff, And you look at the team that beat us, he had a sixth-year senior quarterback (Michael Panix Jr.) who played at a really high level in that game,” Sarkisian said earlier this week. “I think His experience, his maturity are all things he can take advantage of. We will need his leadership.”
Sarkisian added that Arc “has got a very bright future.”
“Obviously, there’s always rumors, especially nowadays, but I haven’t considered a transfer at all,” Manning said. “I’m just focused on growing and helping this team in any way I can, and hopefully one day playing for the University of Texas, like I’ve always wanted to.”
Arch Manning, #16 of the Texas Longhorns, stands on the field in the fourth quarter against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Darrell on November 24, 2023 in Austin, Texas. (Tim Warner/Getty Images)
Texas will compete in the SEC next season after winning the Big 12 Championship for the first time since 2009