Texas Longhorns Eye Redemption with Arch Manning at the Helm in 2025 Season
The Texas Longhorns closed out another impressive season, making their second consecutive College Football Playoff semifinal appearance. However, their journey ended in a 28-14 loss to the Ohio State Buckeyes, leaving fans questioning whether head coach Steve Sarkisian made the right choice sticking with Quinn Ewers over Arch Manning at quarterback.
Despite finishing with a strong 13-3 record, the Longhorns aim to reload for another championship push next season. With powerhouse programs like the Georgia Bulldogs expected to dominate the SEC once again, Texas faces a critical offseason.
In his “way-too-early” 2025 Top 25 rankings, Yahoo Sports writer Nick Bromberg placed the Longhorns at No. 5, citing the rise of Arch Manning and the team’s unmatched depth. Bromberg wrote:
“Arch Manning will be the most talked- and written-about player in college football ahead of the 2025 season now that he takes over as the Longhorns’ starter. Texas lost a lot of talent to the NFL Draft, but there’s plenty of depth as players like WR Ryan Wingo will take on bigger roles. Texas also has the top recruiting class in the country, according to Rivals, and should add some instant-impact freshmen.”
Even with key departures to the NFL, including Ewers, the Longhorns boast a roster brimming with talent and an elite recruiting class ranked No. 1 nationally. They will kick off the 2025 season in a marquee showdown against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Buckeye Stadium in Columbus.
Ewers, who declared for the NFL Draft after leading the Longhorns for two seasons, leaves big shoes to fill. However, many Texas fans are confident that Arch Manning will elevate the program to new heights. The Longhorns haven’t won a national championship since their iconic 2005 victory over the USC Trojans, led by Vince Young.
Manning, a redshirt sophomore, is already generating massive buzz as he steps into the starting role. Last season, he completed 67.8% of his passes for 939 yards, nine touchdowns, and two interceptions in limited action. Standing at 6’4” and weighing 225 pounds, Manning brings not only his legendary family name but also a level of athleticism and mobility that adds a new dimension to the Longhorns’ offense.
Texas fans are eager to see Manning lead the charge in 2025, hoping he can be the key to breaking their two-decade championship drought. With a stacked roster, elite recruits, and a quarterback with immense potential, all eyes are on the Longhorns as they prepare for a pivotal season.
