Quinn Ewers was back for a third year with hopes of leading Texas to a title, winning a Heisman Trophy and boosting his draft stock. Arch Manning, on the other hand, hails from the most famous quarterback family in existence and is a former five-star as well.

Arch Manning's famous bloodlines, and his connection to them amid an ascent to Texas' starting quarterback for the 2025 season, have made him one of college football's true draws. But it's also created what the No.

Texas football is in good hands with quarterback Arch Manning set to take the reins next season after Quinn Ewers officially declared for the 2025 NFL draft two weeks ago. Ewers suited up for the last time for the Longhorns in a 28-14 College Football Playoff semifinal loss to Ohio State this past month,

Manning has been with the Longhorns for two seasons. Throughout his time at Texas, he has recorded nine touchdowns and 969 yards through the air, four touchdowns and 115 yards on the ground. During the 2024 season, Ewers posted 31 touchdowns and 3,471 yards with a 65.8 completion percentage.