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Arch Manning Will Stay at Texas, Skips 2026 NFL Draft

8/8/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Archie Manning has announced that his grandson, Texas quarterback Arch Manning, will not enter the 2026 NFL Draft, affirming, "Arch isn’t going to do that. He’ll be at Texas." This choice reflects the family's commitment to education and growth, hinting that Arch could stay in college until at least 2027.

History

Historical Context

The NCAA's "one-year rule," established in 1972, allowed college athletes to enter the NFL Draft after three years, significantly impacting player careers, including Peyton Manning, drafted first overall in 1998. Arch Manning's choice to stay at Texas until at least 2027 reflects a trend prioritizing education, which may reshape college football recruitment and player development in the future.

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Story summary

Archie Manning has announced that his grandson, Texas quarterback Arch Manning, will not enter the 2026 NFL Draft, affirming, "Arch isn’t going to do that. He’ll be at Texas." This choice reflects the family's commitment to education and growth, hinting that Arch could stay in college until at least 2027.

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