Jordan Rodgers Claims Arch Manning Could Face Similar Struggles as Bronny James originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

Arch Manning hasn’t even taken a snap as Texas’ starting quarterback in 2025, but the hype surrounding him is already at full throttle. From analysts to fans, expectations are sky-high for the former five-star recruit and not everyone is convinced he’s deserving.

The Texas Longhorns' 2025 season will be filled with championship expectations and will also undoubtedly revolve around their new starting quarterback, Arch Man

The anticipation is palpable in Austin as the Texas Longhorns prepare to return to the football field on Aug 30. The Buckeyes ended Texas' season in the College Football Playoff semifinal a little more than seven months ago.

Former Alabama head coach Mike Shula returned to the conference in an on-field capacity as offensive coordinator at South Carolina, replacing former Arkansas reserve quarterback and assistant coach Dowell Loggains, who is in his first year as head coach at Appalachian State.

The pressure may now be on Manning. But it may be that the wait to play has Manning feeling less pressure and more relief to be playing.

Arch Manning's turn as Texas's starting QB is not far off. What does one ESPN analyst make of his chances going No. 1 overall in 2026?

From Arch Manning’s highly anticipated debut at Texas to breakout stars like Sam Leavitt and Cade Klubnik, Sporting News ranks the top quarterbacks set to define the 2025 college football season.