For as much hype as <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arch-manning">Arch Manning</a> and the Texas Longhorns had coming into the 2025 NCAA season, the burnt orange fell well short of expectations. Now, the school has decided to make bold tweaks to Steve Sarkisian’s coaching staff.



Coming into the year, Manning, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/steve-sarkisian">Sarkisian</a>, and Texas expected to compete for a National Championship come January. However, the Longhorns will see their season end before the ball drops in Times Square to ring in 2026. Needless to say, this isn’t how anyone in Austin expected the campaign to turn out. Now, it’s time to address certain areas and regroup. On that note, an assistant coach on Sarkisian’s staff has been relieved of his duties, as reported by Inside Texas.



Assistant coach Chad Scott’s time with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/texas-longhorns">Longhorns</a> was short-lived. The 44-year-old had been hired by Texas in February 2025 to be the program’s running backs coach. Less than one year after, he has been shown the exit door at The Forty Acres. 



Last season, Scott had been named the interim head coach for the West Virginia Mountaineers. Scott had spent five <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa">NCAA</a> seasons with the school in Morgantown, serving as co-offensive coordinator, run-game coordinator, offensive coordinator, and running backs coach.



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<h2>Texas’ run game struggled under Scott</h2>



There are several signs that help paint a clear picture on why Scott has now been fired by Texas. Redshirt sophomore CJ Baxter opting to enter the transfer portal may as well be one of them. However, it doesn’t end there. 


 

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Through 12 games in the 2025 NCAA campaign, the Longhorns have registered a total of 1,556 rushing yards and 14 touchdowns—both marks are the lowest since Sarkisian took over as head coach ahead of the 2021 season. Moreover, the fact that Manning was the team’s second-place rushing leader with 244 yards on the ground can’t be overlooked. It was the first time in Sarkisian’s Texas tenure that the Longhorns had a quarterback finish among the rushing podium.



Some may make the case that the Longhorns’ low rushing totals are a consequence of the SEC being a pass-first environment. But Texas still ranks among the bottom-five in the conference in average rushing yards per game—129.67 yards on average—only standing above LSU, South Carolina, Alabama, and Oklahoma.



<h2>Rumor mill around Texas’ next RB coach</h2>



Though still a long way out from the 2026 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">college football</a> season, Sarkisian and Texas would like to fill the vacant spot on the staff as soon as possible. On that note, several reports have emerged naming potential candidates to replace Scott at the RB coach position. One name gaining significant traction as of late is former Florida Gators running backs coach and associate head coach Jabbar Juluke.



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Although the Gators’ rushing stats from the past season are far from mind-blowing, the ground game’s struggles can also be credited to the overall chaos that characterized Florida’s year. Most importantly, the inconsistent passing offense frequently took the wind out of the running attack’s sails. When the opposing defense has nothing to fear through the air, it’s much easier to stack the box and neutralize the ground game. 



Still, despite the offensive woes, Juluke has shown great ability in helping Jadan Baugh blossom into a star in college football. After Texas watched Baxter enter the portal, the Horns could have great use for a coach who can help star talents reach their full potential. Needless to say, Manning and the offense would greatly benefit from having a bona fide RB1.

Arch Manning’s Texas Longhorns part ways with Steve Sarkisian assistant coach less than one year after being hired

Overlooked Arch Manning teammate leaves Texas after missing College Football Playoffs

Arch Manning’s Texas Longhorns part ways with Steve Sarkisian assistant coach less than one year after being hired - Bolavip US

Manning’s Longhorns part ways with Sarkisian assistant coach

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Though <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arch-manning">Arch Manning</a> has yet to confirm it, all signs indicate the sophomore quarterback will stay another year in college football. However, even if he were to declare for the 2026 NFL Draft, Steve Sarkisian and the Texas Longhorns are seemingly set at the quarterback position, leading a former four-star talent to set his sights on a fresh start.



Many fans in Austin are still upset about <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football/why-are-arch-manning-and-texas-longhorns-not-playing-the-2025-college-football-playoffs">Manning and the Longhorns not playing in the College Football Playoff</a>. However, others have seemingly made their peace with that fact. On that note, some players on the program are now looking to make the best decision for their careers in the NCAA.



On that note, quarterback Trey Owens has decided it’s best for him to search for a fresh start in college football. The former four-star quarterback recruit out of Cy-Fair High School in Cypress, Texas, has now told <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/steve-sarkisian">Sarkisian</a> and company he plans to enter the NCAA’s transfer portal, as reported by On3.



<h2>Wasn’t to be for Owens in Texas</h2>



A five-hour drive separates Cypress from Austin. For a kid born and raised in the Lone Star State, playing for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/texas-longhorns">Texas Longhorns</a> was a dream come true. However, Owens could never establish himself at The Forty Acres. 



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A member of the 2024 recruiting class, Owens was behind Quinn Ewers and Arch Manning on the depth chart during his freshman season. He registered two appearances during his first year in college football, but that was about it. Following the arrival of Troy transfer Matthew Caldwell prior to the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa">NCAA</a> season, Owens’ playing opportunities shrunk even further. As a result, he never stepped on the field in the 2025 campaign.


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<h2>Owens is making his decision before Manning confirms his</h2>



Ahead of the 2026 campaign, Manning is expected to stay in college. But even if the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football/arch-mannings-relationship-to-nfl-legends-peyton-and-eli-manning-a-look-at-their-family-legacy">heir to football’s royal QB family</a> surprisingly declared for the Draft, the arrival of five-star quarterback Dia Bell would mean Owens would have to start from behind to compete for the starting job again.



Instead, the redshirt freshman is opting to transfer to a new program for his sophomore season. Owens will have three years of eligibility remaining in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">college football</a>.

Texas Longhorns lose former 4-star QB amid uncertainty around Arch Manning's future

With Arch Manning's NFL Draft decision unclear, Steve Sarkisian learns a Longhorns QB is leaving Texas - Bolavip US

With Manning's NFL Draft decision unclear, Sarkisian learns a QB is leaving Texas

With Arch Manning’s NFL Draft decision unclear, Steve Sarkisian learns a Longhorns QB is leaving Texas

Despite their best effort, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arch-manning">Arch Manning</a> and the Texas Longhorns didn’t pass the eye test for the Selection Committee to send them to the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football/cfp-final-rankings-and-bracket-revealed-which-teams-are-playing-the-2025-college-football-playoffs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">College Football Playoff</a>. Now, the Horns have one last game left before calling it a wrap and moving on to the 2026 NCAA season.



Though Manning could still declare for the 2026 NFL Draft, all signs indicate the redshirt sophomore quarterback will give it another go with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/texas-longhorns">Texas</a> next year. However, the Longhorns have learned another key offensive player is stepping away from the program.



As reported by insider Pete Thamel, running back CJ Baxter is entering the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa">NCAA</a>’s transfer portal, putting an end to his three-year stay with the Longhorns. The sophomore tail-back took on a secondary role on Steve Sarkisian’s offense in the past season, leading him to search for a fresh start in college football.



<h2>Freshman season wonder</h2>



Upon arrival in Austin, Baxter—born and raised in Orlando, Florida—took the league by storm. Only a freshman, Baxter rushed for 659 yards and 5 touchdowns in the 2023 NCAA campaign. The first-year student earned the Big 12’s Newcomer of the Year award in 2023. However, injuries have hindered his availability and production since. 



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Transitioning to the SEC did Baxter no favors, either. After making a lone appearance in the 2024 season, Manning and the Longhorns hoped Baxter could bounce back in 2025. However, the running back served as a backup to Quintrevion Wisner, registering just 237 scrimmage yards and one touchdown on the year.


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<h2>When does transfer portal open?</h2>



Though Baxter has now made up his mind to search for a new home for the 2026 NCAA season, the transfer portal won’t open until the new year—more precisely, on January 2. The transfer frenzy in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">college football</a> will last two weeks, all while several programs compete to make the 2026 National Championship Game in Miami. 



<h2>Texas’ bowl game confirmed</h2>



If any good came to Texas from missing the College Football Playoff, it’s the fact the Longhorns won’t have to deal with that noise while playing for their lives. Instead, Texas will play its season finale against the Michigan Wolverines on Dec. 31 at the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl at Camping World Stadium in Orlando.


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Arch Manning loses key weapon after Texas Longhorns are left out of the College Football Playoffs

Overlooked Arch Manning teammate leaves Texas after missing College Football Playoffs - Bolavip US

Overlooked Manning teammate leaves Texas after missing CFP

The long-awaited College Football Playoffs have their participants, and to the surprise of many — and not so much for others — the Texas Longhorns didn’t make the main bracket. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arch-manning">Arch Manning</a> and his teammates will now need to focus on their upcoming bowl game, while also keeping an eye on what’s ahead.



But what were the main reasons <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/steve-sarkisian">Steve Sarkisian</a> and his Longhorns missed out on the playoffs? Primarily their record, which included three losses — a significant factor at this stage — with the defeat against the Gators perhaps carrying the greatest weight in the final decision.



Manning’s first season as a starting quarterback unfortunately fell short of the desired results. As for his performance, the ups and downs were constant, making it an area he will need to work on moving forward.



From now on, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/texas-longhorns">Longhorns</a> will need to regroup, learn from their mistakes, and further strengthen their strengths. The transfer portal could present an excellent opportunity to boost the roster even more in preparation for next season.



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<h2>The College Football Playoffs know their contenders</h2>



Following the weekend’s conference championships, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football/cfp-final-rankings-and-bracket-revealed-which-teams-are-playing-the-2025-college-football-playoffs">CFP final rankings and bracket revealed the 12 teams</a> competing for the national title in the newly expanded playoff format. The four highest-ranked conference champions—Indiana, Ohio State, Georgia, and Texas Tech—all earned a crucial first-round bye week. 


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The initial four-game slate of the expanded playoff features several compelling matchups: the No. 5 seed Oregon will host JMU, perennial contenders Alabama and Oklahoma will clash, the Group of Five champion Tulane takes on Ole Miss, and the weekend is rounded out by Miami battling Texas A&amp;M. These games mark the official start of the road to the National Championship.



<h2>The biggest absences</h2>



While the 12-team field is packed with contenders, the initial bracket revealed several significant omissions from college football’s elite. Most notably, traditional powerhouse Notre Dame missed the cut entirely, failing to secure an at-large bid after a challenging regular season. 



Additionally, BYU Cougars and even dark-horse consideration Vanderbilt Commodores finished too far down the final rankings to secure a spot. Their absence underscores the intense competition and high bar set by the expanded playoff system, leaving several established programs watching the initial rounds from home.

Why are Arch Manning and Texas Longhorns not playing the 2025 College Football Playoffs?

Why are Arch Manning and Texas Longhorns not playing the 2025 College Football Playoffs? - Bolavip US

It wasn’t just another win in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">college football</a> for the Texas Longhorns. It was a statement that this team doesn’t want to be just a guest at the party—they intend to keep moving forward strong beyond the regular season. Steve Sarkisian’s squad handed the Texas A&amp;M Aggies their first loss and is now dreaming of securing a spot in the upcoming CFP.



Yesterday’s win marked the ninth victory of the season for a <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/texas-longhorns">Longhorns</a> team that is legitimately staking a claim for a spot in the upcoming Playoffs. Leading the charge for this claim was their own coach, in postgame remarks.



“It would be a disservice to our sport if this team is not a playoff team,” <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/steve-sarkisian">Sarkisian</a> firmly stated. Can Arch Manning secure a spot in the postseason? That remains to be seen. But the performance he showed last night would certainly justify his presence at that stage.



<h2>Arch Manning’s big night</h2>



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arch-manning">Arch Manning</a> delivered a pivotal performance in the Texas Longhorns’ 27-17 upset over the undefeated, #3 ranked Texas A&amp;M Aggies last night. Although he struggled through the air early, Manning came alive in the second half, finishing with 232 total yards of offense and two crucial touchdowns. 



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He threw a 29-yard touchdown pass in the third quarter to give Texas the lead, and then sealed the victory in the fourth with a decisive 35-yard rushing touchdown, showcasing his dual-threat ability when the game was on the line.


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<h2>Can the Longhorns make the Playoffs?</h2>



Following their crucial 27-17 upset victory over the Texas A&amp;M Aggies, the Texas Longhorns significantly boosted their chances for a College Football Playoff berth. 



With a final record of 9-3, the Longhorns now have a marquee win over a top-tier opponent, which is vital for their resume. However, since the Longhorns did not qualify for the Big 12 Championship Game, their path to the Playoff is now entirely dependent on receiving an at-large bid.



They must hope their record, featuring the impressive win over the Aggies, is strong enough to keep them ranked high enough (likely in the top 12) to earn one of the remaining non-conference champion spots.

Steve Sarkisian sends strong message after Longhorns’ big win over Aggies

Steve Sarkisian sends strong message after Longhorns’ big win over Aggies - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/texas-longhorns">Texas Longhorns</a> first played Texas A&amp;M on October 19, 1894. The Longhorns dominated that inaugural matchup, winning 38-0, and continued their winning streak until 1902, when the Aggies finally secured their first victory—and, notably, did so in Austin.



This is the history of the deeply interesting rivalry between Texas and Texas A&amp;M. The Longhorns hold the all-time advantage with 77 victories across 119 games, while the Aggies have won only 37 times. Over the years, the teams have tied on just five occasions (1902, 1907, 1921, 1933, and 1948).



In 2024, Texas secured a victory against Texas A&amp;M, marking their second consecutive win since 2011. This current winning streak has not exceeded two consecutive victories since the Longhorns won six straight games between 2000 and 2005.



<h2>How many times have the Aggies won in Austin?</h2>



In total, the Aggies have won 11 games playing in Austin against the Longhorns. Their most recent victory was a 24-17 finish on November 24, 2010, when A&amp;M was ranked No. 17 in the nation. That season, the Aggies finished 9-4, while Texas ended with a 5-7 overall record.



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Texas’s dominance at home is evident. While an A&amp;M win in Austin is a significant event, that 2010 victory was the Aggies’ first since 2006. Before that, they had only won once in Austin during the last decade of the 20th century (1994).



<h2>How many times have the longhorns won in College Station?</h2>



The Longhorns’ first victory in College Station came in 1923. In total, Texas has secured 25 wins playing on the road against Texas A&amp;M. Their last two meetings, in 2011 and 2024, were both played in College Station, and the Longhorns won both.

Texas vs Texas A&M head-to-head record: Who holds the upper hand in this rivalry?

Texas vs Texas A&amp;M head-to-head record: Who holds the upper hand in this rivalry? - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/texas-longhorns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Texas Longhorns</a> are one of the most mediatic teams in College Football this season. As they prepare to face the Texas A&amp;M Aggies, the win or loss of this game will have different effects on the team.



Well, Texas is nowhere close to the SEC Championship Game. In fact, there is no way they can go to the SEC’s biggest game regardless of the result. In fact, this game could be absolute null for the Longhorns and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/texas-am" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Aggies</a>.



<h2>The CFB Playoff is also an unlikely destination for Texas</h2>



Texas is ranked 16th in the nation right now. Unless every two-loss contenders lose, the Longhorns are not likely to go to the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">CFB</a> Playoff. Their losses have been big and their 8-3 record is not that impressive.



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A loss would be just the confirmation of an underwhelming season coming to an end. Their best running back Tre Wisner only has 442 yards, their best wideout Ryan Wingo has 736 yards and six touchdowns, but much more was expected. Of course, this goes hand in hand with how raw quarterback <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arch-manning" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Arch Manning</a> has looked.


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<h2>What’s next for the Longhorns?</h2>



First, they need to reassess their roster. Arch Manning could opt to declare for the NFL Draft, but to be honest, his best move should be stay in Texas one more year. He is not <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> ready yet. Also, Ryan Wingo should be back for another year, so their best weapon is likely to stay.



Last but not least, the team must make a decision on head coach <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/steve-sarkisian" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Steve Sarkisian</a>. While he is tied to a multi-year contract that was just signed a week ago, he must deliver because this is too big of a football program to not go to the CFB Playoff.

What happens if Texas loses or wins against Texas A&M today, November 28?

What happens if Texas loses or wins against Texas A&amp;M today, November 28? - Bolavip US

Fans across the nation can already feel it brewing. The air grows thick with tension. The atmosphere is heavier than before. Rivalry Week has arrived in college football. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arch-manning" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Arch Manning</a> and the Texas Longhorns will be playing for their lives, as the 11-0 Texas A&amp;M Aggies walk into Austin in the 2025 NCAA season.



It’s the one week every single school has circled in red in the calendar. The one matchup no <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">college football</a> program ever wants to lose. The one loss that no team stands to take. The one win everybody would give up everything to secure year in and year out. Rivalry Week is also known as ‘Hate Week’ because that’s what drives most sides during the days ahead of kickoff. 



For Manning and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/texas-longhorns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Longhorns</a>, that’s the case. And it’s no different for the Aggies either, who will look to cut Texas’ season short of expectations with a statement win on the road. Ahead of the Lone Star Showdown, Texas A&amp;M offensive lineman Ar’maj Reed-Adams offered a candid message for Texas to hear.



Clearly, last season’s drama hasn’t been forgotten in College Station. Instead, it’s being used as bulletin board material by the Aggies. When asked about the Longhorns celebrating on the midfield logo last year, Reed-Adams didn’t mince words. “Cowards do what cowards do,” he stated, via GigEm 247.



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<h2>Texas vs Texas A&amp;M: Head-to-head record</h2>



The Longhorns got the best out of the Aggies last season, defeating them 17-7 at Kyle Field in College Station. It was the first time both schools met since 2011, but it kept the historic trend of Texas coming out on top.


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As it stands, Texas holds a massive lead over <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/texas-am" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Texas A&amp;M</a>. According to Winsipedia, the school in Austin has the upper hand with a 77-37-5 lead in the all-time head-to-head record against its rival school in College Station. Out of the last 10 meetings, the burnt orange has prevailed in 7. The remaining three have been wins for the Aggies.



<h2>What’s at stake?</h2>



When Texas A&amp;M takes the field at DKR–Texas Memorial Stadium, the pressure will somehow be split evenly between both sides. The Aggies enter as the favorites, standing as the SEC’s lone undefeated program (11–0, 7–0 in conference play). But Manning and the Longhorns can’t afford anything short of a win at home. A loss would drop them to 8–4 (5–3 SEC), and that could be all she wrote for Texas’ playoff hopes in the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NCAA</a> campaign.



If Texas A&amp;M falls short, they could miss the SEC Championship Game, but their postseason berth is virtually locked in. Therefore, a loss would be far more catastrophic for Texas than for the Aggies. Still, fans across the country know one thing for certain: nobody wants to lose the Lone Star Showdown. There’s a reason they say everything is bigger in Texas—and the sting of a Rivalry Week defeat is no exception.


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Texas A&M star takes vivid shot at Arch Manning, Texas ahead of 2025 Lone Star Showdown

Texas A&amp;M star takes vivid shot at Arch Manning, Texas ahead of 2025 Lone Star Showdown - Bolavip US

The 2025 college football regular season has now reached its final stop: Rivalry Week. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arch-manning" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Arch Manning</a> and the Texas Longhorns (8-3, 5-2 SEC) will go head to head with the 11-0 (7-0 SEC) Texas A&amp;M Aggies in one of the most decisive editions of the Lone Star Showdown. 



The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/texas-longhorns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Longhorns</a>’ year is on the line. Manning and company absolutely must take down the visiting Aggies at Darrell K. Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. However, that’s a job much easier said than done, as no program in the NCAA has beaten Texas A&amp;M this year.



Texas won’t back down from the challenge, though. If there was ever a morale boost—and an added bonus—to defeating the Aggies for the Horns, it’s having the chance to spoil their rivals’ perfect season. 



<h2>What Manning and Texas play for</h2>



Moreover, Manning and the Longhorns would stay alive and virtually secure their spot in the College Football Playoffs. Fans across the nation couldn’t ask for a matchup with higher stakes to close out the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NCAA</a> regular season, and Manning made his excitement clear with a powerful statement.



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“You want to play good teams and go through having to play those good defenses and experiences. Another good team. It’s going to be fun,” Arch Manning admitted during his weekly press conference, via Inside Texas.


 

 

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<h2>Manning’s first Lone Star Showdown</h2>



Manning has been put to the test countless times in the 2025 NCAA season. However, he might be up for his biggest challenge yet when taking on the undefeated Aggies. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/texas-am" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Texas A&amp;M</a> is coming down to Austin from College Station with one clear mission: crushing all hope in The Forty Acres and finishing with a perfect record for the first time since 1919.



For Manning and the Horns, survival is the name of the game. The sophomore quarterback will make his first career appearance in the Lone Star Showdown. Last year, he was on the sidelines at Kyle Field when Texas defeated Texas A&amp;M 17-7. However, Manning never saw the field, as Quinn Ewers played every snap. 



Now, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football/arch-mannings-relationship-to-nfl-legends-peyton-and-eli-manning-a-look-at-their-family-legacy" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">heir to football’s royal quarterback family</a> will come face to face with the burnt orange’s biggest rival in a game that will be decisive and could go on to haunt or define Manning’s journey in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">college football</a>.


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Arch Manning voices strong reminder to Longhorns ahead of season-deciding rivalry matchup with Aggies - Bolavip US

Manning voices strong reminder to Longhorns ahead of matchup with Aggies

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arch-manning" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Arch Manning</a> has been through the wringer in the 2025 college football season. With the Texas Longhorns (8-3, 5-2 SEC) playing for their lives in the final week of the campaign, a star on the program has issued a straightforward statement on Manning, who put the league on notice with a commanding outing in Week 13.



Whenever #16 is on the field for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/texas-longhorns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Texas</a>, you know a big play can happen. That is true for both quarterback Arch Manning and defensive back Michael Taaffe. With the Longhorns gearing up for the season-finale against the 11-0 (7-0 SEC) Texas A&amp;M Aggies, Taaffe delivered a powerful admission on the starting quarterback in Austin.



“I think he’s the most hated person in all of college football, and he doesn’t even care,” Taaffe admitted per Inside Texas. “He just cares about winning and he cares about his teammates. The things that he’s done for this team, the adversity that he’s gone through, I think if you look at it he’s the best player in college football.”



<h2>Arch Manning: Heisman dark horse?</h2>



Coming into the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NCAA</a> campaign, many expected Manning to contend for the Heisman Trophy. The sophomore quarterback acknowledged that those expectations weren’t entirely fair—after all, he had started only two games before this season. But through fits and starts, Manning proved his worth. 



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Now, he appears to have found his footing, and the Longhorns can dream big with him under center. On that note, Taaffe believes Manning is the best player in the nation and deserves to be honored with the Heisman Trophy.


 

 

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“[If I had a Heisman vote, I’d vote for] Arch Manning,” Taaffe firmly stated about the Longhorns’ starting quarterback. “You compare his numbers, I bet the numbers are probably up there.“



<h2>Manning’s numbers compared to Heisman favorites</h2>



When the Longhorns host the Aggies during <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">college football</a>’s Rivalry Week, Manning will go head-to-head with fellow Heisman candidate Marcel Reed. Other contenders will step into the national spotlight as well, with each program facing its fiercest rival.



Fernando Mendoza will lead the No. 2 Indiana Hoosiers against the Purdue Boilermakers, while Julian Sayin and the No. 1 Ohio State Buckeyes will have every eye fixed on them as the 11-0, reigning national champions travel to Ann Arbor to face the 9-2 (7-1 Big Ten) Michigan Wolverines. Next, we break down each quarterback’s numbers this season.



<ul><li>Arch Manning: 2,673 passing yards, 62.5% passing percentage, 23 TD passes, 7 INTs. 191 rushing yards and 7 TDs</li><li>Fernando Mendoza: 2,641 passing yards, 73%, 30 TD passes, and 5 INTs. 216 rushing yards and 5 rushing TDs.</li><li>Julian Sayin: 2,832 passing yards, 79.4%, 27 TD passes, and 4 INTs.</li><li>Marcel Reed: 2,752 passing yards, 61.8%, 25 TD, and 8 INTs. Moreover, he’s rushed for 395 yards and 6 touchdowns.</li></ul>


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Longhorns star drops bold claim on Manning: 'He’s the most hated person in college football'

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arch-manning" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Arch Manning</a> and the Texas Longhorns (8-3, 5-2 SEC) blew Bobby Petrino and the Arkansas Razorbacks (2-9, 0-7 SEC) out of the water in Week 13 of the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NCAA</a> season. Following the blowout 52-37 defeat in Austin, the interim head coach dropped a raw confession about the program.



Manning and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/texas-longhorns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Longhorns</a> showed no mercy against the Razorbacks. It wasn’t Texas’ cleanest outing, but it was a much-needed offensive eruption. With the final week of the 2025 college football regular season approaching, spirits are running high on The Forty Acres.



In Fayetteville, however, the mood couldn’t be more different. Petrino didn’t bother sugarcoating his thoughts as he addressed the weight of yet another conference loss. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arkansas" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Arkansas</a> remains the only school without a SEC win, and it’s about to fire its last bullet in the chamber as it prepares to face the Missouri Tigers during Rivalry Week.



“There’s not a lot left, you know,” Petrino admitted, via The Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette. “For the first time, I felt like there were a couple of guys on the team that’s attitude wasn’t where it needed to be. That’s not what we are. Not what we want.“



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<h2>Arkansas’ last beacon of hope</h2>



As painful as it is to admit, the Razorbacks’ season has effectively been over for weeks. With no conference wins and just two victories on the year, the 2025 campaign will go down as a major letdown for a program that won a bowl game in 2024. 


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After Sam Pittman was fired, Petrino took the reins and is now asking his team for one final push. Not for themselves, but for the seniors who will walk away from college football after Saturday’s game. When the clock hits zero, several players will leave Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville for the last time. Petrino wants his team to send them off with pride, hoping to change the tune of what has been an embarrassing season.



“Got a whole bunch of guys in the room that have one more game left,” Petrino added. “I asked them if they would make sure that we finish practicing correctly and get ready to play. Work as hard as we can to get a win at home.”



<h2>Beat Missouri</h2>



The Battle Line Rivalry is always an electric matchup in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">college football</a>. Though the Tigers and Razorbacks will only be meeting for the 17th time in schools history, both sides are desperate for a win. No. 22 Missouri (7-4, 3-4 SEC) are the clear-cut favorite.



Arkansas and Petrino, however, are determined to shock the school in Columbia. “It’d mean the world to me,” Petrino honestly commented on potentially securing a win against Missouri. “I’ll treat it like my Super Bowl.”


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During the first part of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">College Football</a> season, many questioned Arch Manning’s level as the Texas Longhorns’ starting quarterback. Despite that, Steve Sarkisian stood by his signal-caller, and it paid off handsomely, as evidenced by his performance against the Arkansas Razorbacks.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arch-manning">Manning</a>’s progress week after week is evident. It’s clear not only on the field but also in his stats at the end of each game. His coach, the player’s main advocate, revealed what has surprised him the most so far.



“I think the thing I’m probably most impressed with is his poise,” <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/steve-sarkisian">Sarkisian</a> said to the press. “He feels different in pre-game than he did two months ago. Even in the moments tonight when things broke down a little bit, he just seems so under control as he was avoiding the rush and keeping his eyes downfield.”



After a solid 52–37 home victory over the Razorbacks, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/texas-longhorns">Longhorns</a> are dreaming of making the best possible run to the CFP—and why not, aiming for a spot in the highly coveted National Championship Game.



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<h2>A remarkable progress</h2>



Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning has turned a corner this season, showcasing significant development that has elevated the entire offense. Over his last four games, Manning has demonstrated remarkable efficiency and command, logging an impressive 11-to-2 touchdown-to-interception ratio. 


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This newfound consistency has dramatically improved his deep-ball effectiveness; he has averaged 8.6 yards per attempt across his last 152 throws (totaling 1,314 yards), a notable increase over his 7.7 yards per attempt average from the first seven games. 



This progression proves that the sophomore is not only protecting the football but is also consistently attacking downfield, becoming the dynamic passer the Longhorns need as they enter the final stretch of the schedule.



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<h2>What’s next for the Longhorns?</h2>



The Texas Longhorns face their final and most emotionally charged hurdle of the regular season this Friday, November 28th, as they host the Texas A&amp;M Aggies in the renewal of the historic Lone Star Showdown rivalry. 



This annual grudge match, now back on the schedule with Texas joining the SEC, is more than just a regular-season finale; it is a battle for state bragging rights and a critical opportunity to build momentum heading into the conference championship weekend and the College Football Playoff debate.

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Many stars put on a show in Week 13 of the 2025 college football. However, no one outshined <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arch-manning" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Arch Manning</a>, who drove the No. 17 Texas Longhorns to a 52-37 home victory against the unranked—and winless in the SEC—Arkansas Razorbacks. 



On paper, the 2-9 (0-7 SEC) Arkansas should never be a threat to <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/texas-longhorns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Texas</a> at Darrell K. Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Still, in the NCAA, anything can happen on any given Saturday. The Longhorns didn’t try their luck, steamrolling the Razorbacks to keep playoff hopes alive in The Lone Star State.



Following the win over <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arkansas" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Arkansas</a>, Texas improved to 8-3 on the season while boasting a 5-2 mark in the SEC. Now, the Longhorns head into a decisive rivalry matchup with the No. 3 Texas A&amp;M Aggies (11-0, 7-0 SEC). It won’t be an easy task by any means, but riding on Manning’s shoulders, Texas is as confident as ever. On that note, the sophomore quarterback admitted that struggling throughout the year has helped him reach his current form.



“I think going through tough games and the struggle. I feel like I needed that as a quarterback,” Manning admitted postgame, via Inside Texas. “It’s not easy, but trying to overcome it and really just going through those, seeing different looks and experiences playing against tough teams has helped me a lot.“



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<h2>Manning’s numbers against Arkansas</h2>



Without a doubt, Manning put on his best game of the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NCAA</a> season—and his college football career—during the 52-37 victory over the Razorbacks. Manning finished the game with 18 completions for 389 yards, 4 touchdown passes, and no turnovers. His production didn’t end there, as the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football/arch-mannings-relationship-to-nfl-legends-peyton-and-eli-manning-a-look-at-their-family-legacy" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">heir to football’s royal quarterback family</a> added another touchdown through the ground, and even caught a pass for a score. 


 

 

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Still, the 21-year-old wasn’t satisfied with the way the game played out. “But today wasn’t all that clean. We’ve got a lot of things to clean up. Could have been way better,” Arch Manning noted on the Longhorns’ performance.



<h2>Lone Star Showdown will decide Texas’ fate</h2>



Facing off against the Aggies in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">college football</a> season finale is always a pivotal matchup for the Longhorns. Whenever Texas and Texas A&amp;M meet, the game is circled in red in the calendar. Still, this time around, it will be all the more decisive.



A win over the only undefeated program in the Southeastern Conference would surely earn the Longhorns a ticket to the College Football Playoffs. However, a loss would most likely end their hopes of making the postseason. With an 8-4 (5-3 conference) record, Manning and Texas’ claim would be severely hampered. Thus, the Lone Star Showdown at The Forty Acres will be one of the most important meetings between the despised schools in Texas in recent history.

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Needless to say, the 2025 NCAA season hasn’t gone how <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arch-manning" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Arch Manning</a>, Steve Sarkisian, and the Texas Longhorns hoped. As much speculation surrounds the head coach and his future, Sarkisian voiced a concise statement on his intentions in college football.



The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/texas-longhorns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Longhorns</a> (7-3, 4-2 SEC) have been under much duress in 2025. With their backs against the wall, the Horns know their margin for error has now become nonexistent. Instead, it’s sink or swim for Manning and company. With two games left on the schedule, Texas must win out and wait for other results in order to hold on to any hope of making the College Football Playoffs.



Amid such a dramatic <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NCAA</a> season, several reports have emerged indicating Sarkisian might be on the hot seat. However, the head coach in Austin has now addressed the rumors with a straightforward message for Manning and company to listen to.



“People reporting or insinuating that there’s a possibility I could leave the University of Texas — that’s absolutely false and untrue. I am not going anywhere,” <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/steve-sarkisian" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Steve Sarkisian</a> admitted during the SEC Coaches Teleconference on Wednesday, via On Texas Football.



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<h2>Down goes Texas</h2>



With just weeks left in the 2025 NCAA campaign, the CFP Committee will have a tough time deciding the 12 programs who will be competing for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">college football</a>’s glory in January. However, after the deflating loss to the Georgia Bulldogs, the Longhorns knew they’d be going down the rankings.


 

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As the CFP Committee announced its latest rankings, Texas has slid down to the 17th position—previously sitting at 10th. Now, the odds of making the postseason have taken a big toll for the Longhorns. The burnt orange must win out in its last two outings—against the Arkansas Razorbacks (Nov. 22) and Texas A&amp;M Aggies (Nov. 28).



<h2>Lone Star Showdown shaping up to be decisive</h2>



Barring a disaster, Manning and the Longhorns should defeat the 2-8 (0-6 SEC) Razorbacks at DKR–Texas Memorial Stadium on Saturday afternoon. If Texas fails to win against Arkansas, then their season will truly be over, with nothing left to play for but the Lone Star Showdown and a bowl game to close out the year. However, if Texas does take care of business against Arkansas, then the matchup with Texas A&amp;M becomes truly pivotal. 



“We have an opportunity at the end of the regular season to do something that nobody’s done since 2019, and that’s beat three top-10 ranked teams in the regular season,” Sarkisian told reporters earlier this week.



If the Longhorns defeat the Aggies during the NCAA’s Rivalry Week, they will add it to their collection of top-10 wins, joining their triumphs over No. 6 Oklahoma and No. 9 Vanderbilt. That is what the Longhorns are holding on to, as it could be the statistic that convinces the Committee they belong in the College Football Playoff.


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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arch-manning" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Arch Manning</a> and the Texas Longhorns know they now find themselves between a rock and a hard place. With a 7-3 (4-2 conference) record in the 2025 NCAA campaign, the burnt orange is one mistake away from waving its college football season goodbye.



Amid such character-testing times in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">college football</a>, it’s easy for the young athletes in Austin to get in over their heads and lose their cool. Therefore, staying composed is a must if the Longhorns are serious about turning the ship around. It won’t be easy, but turning on each other is not the answer Manning and company are looking for.



On that note, Arch Manning delivered a very honest and straightforward comment on how he handles nervousness, and how he stays cool, calm, and collected through the roughest waters he’s ever sailed in his career. The Eyes of Texas are fixed upon him, and the last thing the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/texas-longhorns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Longhorns</a> need is to see their quarterback show signs of stress. However, keeping that composure when push comes to shove and every play could determine the season’s outcome is what truly matters.



“We’re all human, make mistakes,” Manning admitted during his weekly press conference. “Just move on. [The receivers] are not trying to drop the ball, I’m not trying to throw a bad ball.”



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<h2>Manning’s confidence is on the rise</h2>



While the latest setback against the Georgia Bulldogs was far from encouraging for Manning and the Longhorns, the sophomore quarterback continues to evolve his game on Steve Sarkisian’s offense. As he commented to reporters, his confidence is only on the rise despite the recent defeat in college football.


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“I just feel more comfortable out there in the offense,” Manning commented, via @ZachDimmitt7 on X. “Feel like I’m seeing [the field] well, just got to continue to get better each week. I feel like the game is slowing down a little bit. We just got to continue to improve as a group.”



When great quarterbacks talk about their game, it’s very common for them to mention how the action slows down for them. When they find their groove, they don’t panic, and each play feels much slower than it actually is. In more ways than one, playing the quarterback position is being the chorus director amid the chaos, and only the most talented manage to control the pace. 



Others simply join the frenzy and hope for the best on every single snap, but fortune can only take one so far. For the Longhorns, hearing Manning is beginning to see the game slow down may be just what they needed heading into the decisive games of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NCAA</a> season.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://media.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/17123705/arch-manning-2-3-1920x1080.webp" alt="Arch Manning of the Texas Longhorns" class="wp-image-528847"></figure><figcaption>Arch Manning at Sanford Stadium on November 15, 2025 in Athens, Georgia.</figcaption></figure>



<h2>Home stretch of the season for Texas</h2>



With just two games left on the schedule, the margin for error has become non-existent for the Longhorns. Manning and the crew will play the final two weeks at home in Austin, but the pressure won’t be any less suffocating because of it. In the City of the Violet Crown, the burnt orange will vie to stay alive in a season that has left them feeling blue at times and shown them they are still green at others. Still, that could all be reversed with a red-hot home stretch to close it out.



Up next, the Longhorns will host the 2-8 (0-6 SEC) Arkansas Razorbacks—an <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football/texas-hc-steve-sarkisian-delivers-clear-warning-to-arch-manning-longhorns-ahead-of-arkansas-game">opponent Steve Sarkisian has warned Manning and Texas about</a>—on November 22. To close out the season, the battle of all battles will unfold at DKR–Texas Memorial Stadium when the Texas A&amp;M Aggies travel down to Austin from College Station. 



The Aggies will look to preserve their unbeaten record and derail the Longhorns’ campaign. Meanwhile, Texas will fight to stay alive while trying to land a massive blow on Texas A&amp;M, which is chasing its first unbeaten season since 1994 (10-0-1).


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