Arch talks Manning fam, QB function at media day

Andrea Adelson, ESPN

• Elder WriterDec 30, 2023, 11:56 AM ET Close ACC reporter.
• Joined ESPN.com in 2010.
• Graduate of the University of Florida.NEW ORLEANS– There is a certain spotlight that features being a Manning quarterback. For Arch Manning, back home in New Orleans, the spotlight is even higher now that he gets in the College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Allstate Sugar Bowl as the Texas backup.That was apparent Saturday at Longhorns media day

  , his first availability given that coming to Texas in January as the most declared recruit in the Steve Sarkisian era. Manning promoted almost 40 minutes about his new role as the No. 2 quarterback behind Quinn Ewers, his famous grandpa and uncles, remaining in the Superdome and what he has discovered given that he registered with the Longhorns.The biggest distinction between the game Monday night versus Washington

  and every other game this season is that he is now formally one play far from entering into a game, after backup Maalik Murphy got in the transfer portal.Editor’s Picks”I’ve tried to prepare like I’m the starter weekly, however I think now that you’re just one play away rather of two, there’s a little bit more to be prepared for,”Manning stated.”A lot of it is psychological even if you’re viewing, you’ve got to get psychological associates and simply attempting to prepare like you’re the starter due to the fact that there’s a likelihood you play. There’s also a likelihood you do not play, however at the end of the day, it’s just football, going out there, doing what I’ve done my entire life. So that’s what I’m attempting to do.”If Manning needed any reminder about how close he is to playing, he saw firsthand as he watched the Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic on Friday night. Ohio State starter Devin Brown

  got hurt early, and freshman Lincoln Kienholz played the remainder of the way. The Buckeyes wound up losing 14-3 to Missouri.”That just kind of advises me that I’m one snap away. However hopefully that doesn’t happen, hopefully Quinn has an excellent game and we carry on to the national championship, “Manning said.When asked why he felt he

  was prepared to play if something takes place to Ewers, Manning stated,” I believe because I have actually been preparing all year to play. I believe when my name is called, I’m going to go out there and be prepared to roll.

  “Manning said he attended the Sugar Bowl almost every year as a child growing up in New Orleans. The group practiced at Tulane on Friday, a brief drive from his home. He has had a chance to see his family because Texas showed up, and was asked multiple times about getting the opportunity to play in the Superdome for the very first time– where his grandpa Archie is in the Saints ‘ring of honor. Arch Manning states he has actually prepared as if he could be called starter anytime throughout the season. Since being named the No. 2 backup QB, he’s closer to that possibly

  occurring. Scott Wachter/USA TODAY Sports His high school groups at Isidore Newman never made it far enough to play for a state championship inside the arena.”It’s great being back in town,”Manning said.”He’s my most significant good example, getting to practice and ultimately play where he played is super unique.” His uncles Peyton and Eli Manning have actually sent him motivating texts throughout the year as he has waited his turn to play. His daddy, Cooper Manning, played pass receiver at Ole Miss. Though waiting has actually been hard, Manning stated he has ruled out moving in spite of social networks speculation.”Certainly, there’s always rumors, especially nowadays, but I have not looked into transferring at all,”Arch Manning stated. “I’m just focused on establishing and helping this team in any way I can. Ideally, one day playing for the University of Texas like I

  ‘ve constantly wanted to.” When asked what would occur if his daddy fielded big-money deals to get him to move when this season ends, Manning stated,”I don’t believe it has to do with cash right now. I wish to develop from Sark. I was informed that advantages taking place to good individuals who strive and put their head down which’s

  what I’m concentrated on today.”Sarkisian stated Manning has been” remarkable “considering that he got to Texas, and he has seen “dramatic enhancement.””I provide him a great deal of credit, since he operates on a daily basis like that’s not the name on the back of his jersey,”Sarkisian said.”He concerns work and works as difficult or harder than anybody in our program. He’s very humble. He’s there for his teammates. “I have actually seen dramatic improvement in him. That’s not the say he wasn’t

  really excellent when he got here, but he’s worked so difficult to enhance his game not only physically but psychologically. He’s fun to coach since he’s coachable. He wants to do it right. You definitely see the Manning gene in him. The work principles is indisputable. The football IQ is undeniable

  . We’re lucky to have him. “