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Epic QB Showdown: Nelson vs. Manning Set for 2025

9/14/2025

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Malachi Nelson, a five-star quarterback, will compete against Arch Manning in a Texas-UTEP game on September 13, 2025.
After transferring from Oklahoma to USC and then Boise State, Nelson secured the starting position at UTEP.
Manning, the top QB from the 2023 class, remains at his original school.
Nelson ranks No. 11 and Manning No. 1 among 2023 recruits.
Nelson has thrown for five touchdowns and 456 yards in two games, with UTEP coach Scotty Walden focusing on boosting his confidence.

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Malachi Nelson, a five-star quarterback, will compete against Arch Manning in a Texas-UTEP game on September 13, 2025.
After transferring from Oklahoma to USC and then Boise State, Nelson secured the starting position at UTEP.
Manning, the top QB from the 2023 class, remains at his original school.
Nelson ranks No. 11 and Manning No. 1 among 2023 recruits.
Nelson has thrown for five touchdowns and 456 yards in two games, with UTEP coach Scotty Walden focusing on boosting his confidence.