Overview
- Manning, who said Wednesday he feels “100%” and could play now, is not expected to take snaps in Saturday’s open practice.
- Texas has kept him in 7-on-7 and position work, not full 11-on-11, and Steve Sarkisian expects him fully cleared by June.
- Sarkisian praised how Manning handled heavy criticism early in 2025, noting he grew from the adversity before closing 7-1 and earning Citrus Bowl MVP.
- The staff sees growing timing with Auburn transfer wideout Cam Coleman, with Sarkisian noting two touchdown connections in practice.
- Manning returned for 2026 rather than enter the NFL draft, which his father said was never discussed, though an NFL scout told On3 he likely would have gone in the first round.