BREAKING: Steve Sarkisian gets brutally honest on Quinn Ewers vs. Arch Manning
As Texas prepares for a major Saturday night clash against the Georgia Bulldogs, much attention has been focused on the quarterback room. While star quarterback Quinn Ewers is the clear starter, there’s growing buzz around the talented young Arch Manning. Head coach Steve Sarkisian recently discussed the dynamic between the two players.
Appearing on “The Pat McAfee Show” on ESPN to preview the high-stakes game between the two powerhouse programs, Sarkisian highlighted how both Ewers and Manning are supportive of each other, despite their competitive positions.
“I give both those guys a lot of credit for how they’ve handled it,” Sarkisian said. “Arch is probably Quinn’s biggest fan, and when Arch has been on the field, Quinn has been his biggest supporter. It shows what kind of teammates they are. It’s not easy when the backup gets more applause than the starter, but their mutual support is a huge part of the team’s strength.”
The discussion of Texas football’s Quinn Ewers over Arch Manning
In Texas’ recent 34-3 victory over Oklahoma, some fans began calling for Arch Manning to replace Quinn Ewers after Ewers threw an interception on his first pass. The conversation gained momentum when Manning stepped in earlier in the season due to an injury to Ewers and showcased his abilities, exciting the fanbase.
Despite the buzz around Manning, Ewers has led the Longhorns to considerable success. So far this season, Ewers has thrown for 890 yards, nine touchdowns, and three interceptions across four games. Manning, meanwhile, has thrown for 901 yards, with nine touchdowns and two interceptions in his appearances.
While Texas fans are excited about the future with Manning, who carries both the talent and the weight of a legendary family name, this season belongs to Ewers. He was regarded as one of the top players in the nation and is likely to be a high NFL Draft prospect.
The team’s focus now shifts to the No. 5 ranked Georgia Bulldogs, as Texas aims to solidify their claim as the nation’s top team. Despite their dominant win over Oklahoma, head coach Steve Sarkisian has called on fans to bring even more energy for the upcoming matchup.
“I don’t know if our end of the field sat down,” Sarkisian said, via Brian Davis of A to Z Sports. “Longhorn Nation stood all game long. But I’m going to challenge Longhorn Nation again next week. We need DKR rocking.”
With a 6-0 record, Texas football is determined to stay undefeated as they face this crucial test.