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Arch Manning Overcomes Grandfather’s Critique, Leads Texas to CFP

6/29/2026

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Arch Manning entered the 2026 season amid high expectations after his grandfather, Archie Manning, criticized the hype.
Despite the criticism, Archie later praised Arch for posting 3,163 passing yards and 26 touchdowns in the final stretch of 2025.
Analysts expect Arch to lead Texas to the 2026 College Football Playoff, opening versus Texas State on Sept. 5 and hosting Ohio State on Sept. 12.

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Arch Manning entered the 2026 season amid high expectations after his grandfather, Archie Manning, criticized the hype.
Despite the criticism, Archie later praised Arch for posting 3,163 passing yards and 26 touchdowns in the final stretch of 2025.
Analysts expect Arch to lead Texas to the 2026 College Football Playoff, opening versus Texas State on Sept. 5 and hosting Ohio State on Sept. 12.