From Newsweek · Michael Gallagher · · 40s
Texas insider reveals how short of a leash Steve Sarkisian has Arch Manning on
Texas insider says Steve Sarkisian isn't shortening Arch Manning's leash before Ole Miss game.
In brief
Texas insider says Steve Sarkisian isn't shortening Arch Manning's leash before Ole Miss game. Texas coach Steve Sarkisian plans to keep Arch Manning starting despite recent losses, according to insider Anwar Richardson. Originally reported by Newsweek.
Texas Longhorns backup QB KJ Lacey
Texas announced backup quarterback KJ Lacey gets first-team reps this week.
Arch Manning's performance
Arch Manning completes 63.9% of passes for 1,295 yards, 11 touchdowns and five interceptions.
Texas coach's stance
Texas insider Anwar Richardson says Steve Sarkisian isn't shortening Arch Manning's leash.
“I was told that it would take a ' [expletive] performance' against Ole Miss for Texas football coach Steve Sarkisian to bench Manning”
Manning's recent struggles
Manning has lost two of four games against top opponents including Ohio State and Oklahoma.
The bottom line
Texas coach Steve Sarkisian plans to keep Arch Manning starting despite recent losses, according to insider Anwar Richardson.
