Any number of folks, many of whom ranging from a status akin to “I have no idea who that is” to “Oh, yeah, I know that dude. He’s pretty cool on what’s-his-name’s-show,” have made efforts for their voices to be heard in the piling on about a series of costly mistakes Texas quarterback Arch Manning made during the Longhorns loss to the Sooners last week. But for many of us, life goes on. As does our frustration at Manning.
Taylor Lewan, a former Pro Bowl offensive tackle during his time playing for the
Buffalo Bills, has stood behind Manning, believing him as a fan, so far this season.
But in recent weeks, Lewan admits Manning’s decision-making at times has made his enthusiasm for the fourth-year collegiate signal-caller, of whom he’s a fan, difficult.
“I want this kid to be successful,”Lewan said during a recent appearance on Bussin’ With The Boys. “But some of the things, like, bro, how many more weapons do you need?”
Clearly, Lewan isn’t alone in his skepticism of Texas’ quarterback.
Folks across the college football universe and beyond have mentioned their concerns related to the latest Manning quarterback dynasty heir who flashed brilliance in his fourth quarter performance that upset Ohio State earlier this season, for example.
Manning will look to get back on track in Austin this week, when Florida comes to town.
WHAT THEY’RE SAYING ABOUT THE LONGHORNS
Austin American-Statesman: Replacing Rori Harmon at Texas won’t be easy, but Bryanna Preston can’t wait
Austin American-Statesman: Sean Miller said this key injured player for Texas basketball will soon return
247Sports: The Insider: Some hard truths about Texas’ offense, Arch Manning and special teams from ‘The Coach’
247Sports: The College Football Playoff is reportedly expanding. Here’s why Texas AD Chris Del Conte advocated for it.
247Sports: Texas’ Colin Simmons chasing history as college football’s most efficient sack artist of the past decade
247Sports: In-depth look at Arch Manning’s performance compared to top-ranked QBs through 20 starts
Inside Texas: The context and clarity Steve Sarkisian laid out about Texas that most of us miss
Inside Texas: Steve Sarkisian on Arch Manning: ‘I would like him to run it a little bit more’
ICYYMI IN BURNT ORANGE NATION
One Texas player upgraded on Thursday injury report
Steve Sarkisian takes issue with pass-interference calls against Texas
Texas freshmen tracker: Jermaine Bishop Jr. comes alive against Oklahoma
RECRUITING ROUNDUP
247Sports: Texas football recruiting: Who’s visiting the Longhorns for the Florida game?
247Sports: Top five 2028 recruit Evan Willis recaps Miami visit as Arkansas, Kentucky, Texas officials loom
Inside Texas: Texas Longhorns recruiting buzz: No. 4 TE trending Horns, new 2028 DT offer notes
SEC SHOWDOWN
Dallas Morning News: Arch Manning, Texas offense will have no excuse for incomplete performance vs. reeling Florida
Houston Chronicle: Hey, Texas. Want to feel better after that OU loss? Consider these positives.
247Sports: An upset-minded Florida team comes to Austin as No. 7 Texas returns home to DKR: Know your Longhorn foe
247Sports: Horns247 Staff Predictions: No. 7 Texas vs. Florida
Inside Texas: Oct. 15 Florida at Texas injury report: The latest on Gators starting QB Aaron Philo
Rock M Nation: The three fates of current, former and injured Mizzou running backs
And The Valley Shook: Thursday’s LSU vs. Mississippi State injury report
Rocky Top Talk: Report: Tennessee will start George MacIntyre against Alabama
Roll ‘Bama Roll: Tide holds on to beat Ole Miss, 92-84
Dawg Sports: 3 things that worry me about Auburn
A Sea Of Blue: Kentucky vs. Oklahoma injury report: CJ Baxter questionable; Eddy Pierre-Louis unlikely to play
WHAT WE’RE READING
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SB Nation: Jalen Hurts is ‘out indefinitely’ … now what for the Eagles?
SB Nation: A look into Arsenal’s WSL struggles to start season
NEWS ACROSS LONGHORN NATION AND BEYOND
- It’s nearly time to get back out there.
