Overview
- Cooper Manning told ESPN his son will play at Texas next year, confirming an earlier report from Chip Brown of Horns247.
- Texas officials said they expected the quarterback to be back despite his eligibility to declare for the 2026 NFL Draft as a redshirt sophomore.
- Steve Sarkisian said another season would benefit Manning’s development and spoke of the quarterback’s “unfinished business.”
- Manning’s first year as a starter produced 2,942 passing yards, 24 touchdowns and seven interceptions, plus eight rushing scores, with only two picks in his final seven games.
- The decision strengthens Texas’ 2026 outlook as the Longhorns prepare to face Michigan in the Dec. 31 Cheez-It Citrus Bowl.