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Sarkisian's Timing Offense Sparks Texas' Manning Heisman Push

7/3/2026

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Coach Steve Sarkisian switched to a timing offense after the bye, cutting air yards to 8.6 and throw time to 2.69 seconds.
Arch Manning led Texas to seven of eight 2025 wins and ranked 17th in ESPN QBR and 14th in PFF grades.
Analysts project Manning as a Heisman candidate and No. 1 NFL draft pick, noting the 2026 roster adds five linemen and running backs Hollywood Smothers and Raleek Brown.

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Story summary

Coach Steve Sarkisian switched to a timing offense after the bye, cutting air yards to 8.6 and throw time to 2.69 seconds.
Arch Manning led Texas to seven of eight 2025 wins and ranked 17th in ESPN QBR and 14th in PFF grades.
Analysts project Manning as a Heisman candidate and No. 1 NFL draft pick, noting the 2026 roster adds five linemen and running backs Hollywood Smothers and Raleek Brown.