Texas’ starting quarterback is Arch Manning, according to head coach Steve Sarkisian.

Before the Longhorns’ Week 4 game against Louisiana Monroe, head coach of Texas football Steve Sarkisian selected highly anticipated sophomore quarterback Arch Manning as the starting lineup.

Quinn Ewers was once again designated the starter going into the 2024 campaign, as Manning did not start any games during his rookie season. After Ewers sustained an abdominal injury during Texas’ game against UTSA on September 14, Manning replaced him. Afterwards, Sarkisian labeled Ewers’ damage as a non-contact oblique strain. The status of the signal caller is regarded as daily.

“Quinn has made great strides ever since Saturday night into where he’s gotten to,” Sarkisian stated. “However, my choice is based on my anticipation for both the rest of the season and for him as a player.