Former national championship coach Urban Meyer expresses skepticism about Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning’s potential rise as a college football star. “Arch Manning is ranked number one at +700 in betting odds,” Meyer remarked, according to Athlon Sports. “Whether Arch Manning will fully prove himself is still uncertain. I mentioned this, and some Texas fans were a bit irked, claiming he’s the next big thing. He certainly has talent, but he’s only thrown 90 passes, achieving nine touchdowns and two interceptions.”
In essence, Manning has yet to persuade Meyer.
That task shouldn’t be overly difficult in the 2025 college football season.
WHAT THEY’RE SAYING ABOUT THE LONGHORNS
– Dallas Morning News: Texas reintroduces longtime assistant coach Duane Akina.
– Inside Texas: Chendall Weaver might be ready to play this Saturday, according to Rodney Terry.
– Inside Texas: Insights into Arch Manning’s potential, a fresh wave of young talent, and renewed coaching enthusiasm.
– Inside Texas: Changes are being made to DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium to fund a new practice facility.
– Inside Texas: Texas Football Offseason Report highlights who has increased their fitness and who has drawn attention.
ICYMI IN BURNT ORANGE NATION
– No. 12 Texas is set to host Santa Clara in their last non-conference series.
RECRUITING ROUNDUP
– 247Sports: Elite EDGE Richard Wesley moves up his classification from 2027 to 2026.
– 247Sports: Texas reaches out to Jett Washington following staff adjustments.
– 247Sports: Top247 ATH Jermaine Bishop is viewed as a key target for the Longhorns.
– 247Sports: New members of Texas’ secondary coaching staff are already making an impact on recruiting.
– 247Sports: High three-star DL Damaad Lewis intends to visit several schools, including LSU, where his brother excelled.
– Inside Texas: Texas has a strong chance of landing Aaliyah Chavez, the top recruit for the class of 2025.
– Inside Texas: Recruiting insights focus on emerging out-of-state targets for spring visits in Austin.
– Inside Texas: The Longhorns are focusing on recruiting multi-sport athletes.
SEC SHOWDOWN
– Austin American-Statesman: Can Texas’s men’s team secure a spot in the NCAA Tournament by defeating OU on Saturday?
– Rock M Nation: MBB Preview: No. 19 Kentucky stands between No. 15 Mizzou and a three-game losing streak.
– And The Valley Shook: Kyle Williams has been appointed as LSU’s defensive line coach.
– Red Cup Rebellion: No. 17 Ole Miss will play Jacksonville State in a weekend series.
– Rocky Top Talk: Key insights from Josh Heupel at the start of spring practice.
– Roll ‘Bama Roll: Analysis as ‘Bama concludes its season on the road against SEC champion Auburn.
– A Sea Of Blue: Simulated NCAA Tournament draws for Kentucky.
WHAT WE’RE READING
– SB Nation: Eight bubble teams that need to improve ahead of the 2025 March Madness.
– SB Nation: Draymond Green’s false claims about Karl-Anthony Towns have been exacerbated by his reaction to the truth.
– SB Nation: Cadillac expresses excitement over final F1 approval for the 2026 season.
NEWS ACROSS LONGHORN NATION AND BEYOND
Texas women’s basketball faces Ole Miss in the SEC tournament quarterfinals.
