# Texas Longhorns Evaluate QB Change Amid Arch Manning Struggles

> Texas Longhorns boost KJ Lacey's reps as Arch Manning faces short leash ahead of Ole Miss game.
- Title: Texas Longhorns Evaluate QB Change Amid Arch Manning Struggles
- Summary: Texas Longhorns boost KJ Lacey's reps as Arch Manning faces short leash ahead of Ole Miss game. Texas Longhorns increase KJ Lacey's first-team reps after…
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- Source: Texas Longhorns On SI — https://si.com/college/texas/football/texas-taking-steps-toward-potential-qb-change-amid-arch-manning-struggles
- Published: 2026-10-19T14:43:32+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: texas longhorns, arch manning, kj lacey, seahawks, nfl, college football, ole miss, steve sarakisian, sports
## Texas Longhorns Evaluate QB Change
Texas Longhorns aren't ready to move on from Arch Manning but are testing backup quarterback KJ Lacey's first-team reps this week.

> Sources: Texas is expected to give an up-tick in first-team quarterback reps to redshirt freshman KJ Lacey Jr. this week in practice
## Manning on Short Leash
Manning is still expected to start but now faces a short leash after five-straight weeks of struggles.
## Manning's Struggles
Manning has two-game deciding turnovers and struggles with offense command after back-to-back losses to unranked teams.
## Offensive Command Issues
Manning misses open receivers, drifts into pocket, forces pressure, and makes bad decisions when he throws.
## Lacey's Potential Help
Lacey could improve offense with quick decision-making, arm talent, and accuracy.
## Sarkisian's Possible Change
Sarkisian might switch to more quarterback-friendly offense if Manning continues to struggle.
## Ole Miss Game Decision
Sarkisian could replace Manning if he struggles early against Ole Miss.
## Key takeaway

Texas Longhorns increase KJ Lacey's first-team reps after Arch Manning's five-straight weeks of struggles, signaling potential QB change if Manning continues to falter.