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Watch: Texas QB Arch Manning puts on show at spring game

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports | By Grey Papke | Last updated Apr 20, 2024 4:25 PM ET

If the Texas Longhorns spring game is any indication, fans have a lot to look forward to if and when Arch Manning gets a chance to see the field.

Manning came in to quarterback the white team late in the first quarter on Saturday and he wasted no time impressing. His very first play from scrimmage was a perfectly thrown 75-yard touchdown pass.

AIR IT OUT ARCH MANNING #HookEm pic.twitter.com/U2AbjuV8wy

— Texas Longhorns (@TexasLonghorns) April 20, 2024

Impressively, Manning did it again in the fourth quarter.

Arch Manning connects with Isaiah Bond on 75-yard touchdown pic.twitter.com/pE6wZqJAEL
— SEC Mike (@MichaelWBratton) April 20, 2024

In total, Manning went 17-of-21 for 343 yards and three touchdowns. Skeptics will point out that he was not facing starters, but it was an impressive performance no matter how you look at it.

No matter how good he looks, Manning is destined to back up Quinn Ewers in 2024. The Longhorns avoided burning his redshirt last year, so he is still a freshman. If Manning is willing to stick it out, he has a good shot at starting in 2025. For the moment, he appears content to do just that, giving Texas fans plenty to look forward to.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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