Arch Manning Leads No. 2 Texas to Victory Over UTSA
It was a night to remember as Arch Manning took over for injured starter Quinn Ewers in the second quarter and led No. 2 Texas to a dominant 56-7 win over UTSA on Saturday night. Manning passed for four touchdowns and ran 67 yards for another score, showcasing his talent and potential on the field.
When Ewers left the game with a strained abdomen, Manning wasted no time making an impact. He connected with DeAndre Moore for a 19-yard touchdown on his first play, then surprised everyone with a long 67-yard sprint for another touchdown on the very next possession.
But Manning was just getting started. In the third quarter, he teamed up with Isaiah Bond for a 51-yard touchdown and followed it up with a 75-yard deep strike to Ryan Wingo. Manning finished the game with 9 of 12 passing for 223 yards and left the field to a standing ovation after his final touchdown pass to Johntay Cook II.
As a five-star recruit with a strong NFL family pedigree, Manning lived up to the hype with his sharp passing and unexpected burst of speed. The future looks bright for this talented quarterback, and if Ewers has to stay out for an extended period, Texas has the perfect opportunity to groom Manning as the starter before facing tougher opponents.
Up next, Texas will host Louisiana-Monroe before opening their SEC schedule at home against Mississippi State. With a week off before their annual rivalry game against Oklahoma, there’s time for Manning to continue developing his skills and proving himself on the field.
UTSA struggled to contain Texas’ speed and big play touchdowns throughout the game, while Texas will be closely monitoring the injury situation and depth chart in the coming weeks. The Longhorns have confidence in Manning and freshman Trey Owens, who has now moved up to the top backup role.
UTSA will host Houston Christian next, while Texas prepares to face Louisiana-Monroe in their upcoming match. It was a memorable night for Manning and Texas, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead.