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NFL Teams Interested In Arch Manning Receive Unfortunate Update

Originally posted on The Spun | By Chris Rosvoglou | Last updated Apr 5, 2025 11:21 AM ET

Arch Manning hasn't even declared for the 2026 NFL Draft, and yet, people are already saying teams should tank for him.

Manning had a nice 2024 season with the Texas Longhorns, completing 67.8 percent of his passes for 939 yards with nine touchdowns and two interceptions. He proved to be a capable runner in Steve Sarkisian's offense, rushing for 108 yards and four scores.

Now that Quinn Ewers is heading to the NFL, Manning has a chance this fall to show what he can do as the full-time starter at Texas. Many people expect the nephew of Eli and Peyton to play extremely well.

Despite the gunslinger's undeniable potential, fans may want to pump the brakes on the "tank for Arch" narrative.

During an appearance on ESPN's "Get Up," NFL insider Adam Schefter said Manning may wait until 2027 to go pro. While there's a chance he could declare for the draft in 2026, he won't rush his future.

"First of all, there’s no guarantees that Arch Manning’s coming out after next year. It sounds like he certainly could be staying beyond next year," Schefter said. "I’m not a college football insider, but none of the Mannings ever went out early, and I don’t know with NIL money being what it is why Arch would do that. So, all of this conversation about tanking for Arch next year, he could be in the draft in 2027, not even next year."

Back in 2023, Archie Manning spoke to The Spun about his son's development. He preached patience for fans eager to see what Arch can do.

"Every situation is different. If you remember, Peyton and Eli went to school early for spring training. Peyton got thrown in for his first game as a freshman. He played a great deal that season. Tennessee had a great offensive line and two really good running backs, so that allowed him to work into it," Archie explained. "Eli had what I think is the best course. He redshirt his first year, was a backup in his second year, and then started in his third year. I think it’s a big jump. Arch played 2A Football, as did Peyton and Eli. Every situation is different."

Is there a chance Arch will go pro in 2026? Of course, but NFL general managers shouldn't put all their eggs in one basket.

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