Overview
- Peyton Manning told reporters at the Manning Passing Academy that he will pull for his nephew Arch Manning rather than Tennessee when Texas plays in Knoxville on Sept. 26.
- Arch Manning spent the weekend at the family-run camp showing improved arm strength and accuracy in drills while avoiding Heisman talk despite being listed among the preseason favorites by sportsbooks.
- Archie Manning said he was disappointed the media had 'crowned' Arch before he played and praised how his grandson battled through a rocky start to finish strong in 2025.
- Last season Arch threw for about 3,100 yards, accounted for roughly 36 total touchdowns, and helped Texas recover to a 10-3 finish, outcomes that feed expectations for 2026 and his NFL draft stock.
- The Sept. 26 Texas‑Tennessee game at Neyland will be a high‑profile moment that tests family loyalty, creates vivid fan optics, and could intensify scrutiny on Arch if he faces a hostile crowd.