Arch Manning, the talented quarterback for the Texas Longhorns, made a huge impression in Week 5 of college football. He earned the highest grade among Power Four quarterbacks from Pro Football Focus (PFF) with an impressive 94.2 grade ¹ ². This achievement is even more remarkable considering it was only his second career start, filling in for the injured Quinn Ewers.
Manning’s performance against Mississippi State was nothing short of spectacular. He threw for 324 yards, completing 26 of 31 passes, and scored two touchdowns through the air and one on the ground ¹ ². His ability to convert on third downs was particularly impressive, with Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian praising his poise and decision-making ².
What’s even more impressive is that Manning’s 94.2 grade is not only the highest for Week 5 but also the highest grade of the entire season among Power Four quarterbacks ². He’s in good company, with only Navy’s QB Blake Horvath achieving a similar grade in Week 4 ². With Ewers expected to return after the bye week, Manning will likely revert to his backup role, but he’s proven himself to be a talented field general ¹ ².
Manning’s success is a testament to the depth and talent of the Texas Longhorns’ quarterback room. With Ewers’ return on the horizon, the team is poised to make a strong run in the SEC. As coach Sarkisian noted, having a player of Manning’s caliber as a backup is a luxury, and Longhorns fans should be excited to see what the future holds for this young quarterback ².
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