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Quinn Ewers improved in each year while at Texas, but one specific analyst believes the Longhorns’ fanbase was let down by his performances.

Quinn Ewers improved in each year while at Texas, but one specific analyst believes the Longhorns’ fanbase was let down by his performances.

‘Wasn’t Who We Thought He Would Be’ – CFB Analyst Drops a Reality Check for Quinn Ewers as Longhorns Trust in Arch Manning for 2025

 

Quinn Ewers improved in each year while at Texas, but one specific analyst believes the Longhorns’ fanbase was let down by his performances.

 

Former Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers was one of the biggest names in college football. Before he declared for the draft, fans and media closely followed his on-field performances and off-field appearances. It seemed college football couldn’t go a week without an Ewers-related headline. Now, there is a noticeable silence as we wait for the 2025 NFL Draft to determine his future.

 

With Arch Manning set to replace Ewers as Texas’ starting quarterback, fans are naturally looking back at Ewers’ career with the Longhorns and asking, How good was he? Well, On3’s J.D. Pickell doesn’t think Ewers lived up to the hype.

 

 

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CFB Analyst Claims Former Texas QB Left “Something to be Desired”

Ewers has been one of the most debated quarterbacks in college football. As a former five-star recruit with a highly touted arm, fans once projected him as a future Heisman Trophy finalist. Now, some are questioning whether he was even a good quarterback. On3’s J.D. Pickell believes Ewers failed to meet expectations.

 

“In the conference, did Quinn Ewers leave something to be desired through the air? Let’s be real about this—he wasn’t who we thought he would be,” Pickell said.

 

It’s no secret that fans and analysts have found Ewers’ performance as Texas’ starting quarterback underwhelming at times. However, there’s a reason head coach Steve Sarkisian stuck with him. Ewers led Texas to an SEC title game and a College Football Playoff semifinal despite battling injuries and facing criticism from the fanbase.

 

It’s easy to forget that Ewers arrived at Texas after Sarkisian’s 5-7 debut season, carrying the expectation of turning the program around. He exceeded those expectations, leading Texas to a 25-8 record, a Big 12 championship, and multiple playoff appearances, including a grueling fight in their SEC title game bid.

 

Ewers wasn’t perfect, but given his injuries and the weight of expectations, he performed well.

 

Former Texas Starting QB Quinn Ewers Offers Successor Arch Manning Solid Advice

As Ewers sets his sights on the NFL, the Arch Manning era officially begins in Austin. Naturally, Manning is already feeling the pressure that comes with being a team’s starting quarterback. However, some advice from Ewers has helped him focus on the bigger picture.

 

During an interview with ESPN’s Marty Smith, Manning shared the wise words Ewers gave him following Texas’ Playoff semifinal loss to Ohio State.

 

“Kind of right after the Ohio State game, I was with Quinn in the locker room,” Manning said. “He was like, ‘Enjoy every moment. It goes by quickly. So love on your teammates and have fun.’”

 

Manning spent two seasons as Ewers’ backup, watching closely and gaining experience. Now that Ewers has passed the torch, it’s up to Manning to lead Texas’ offense and keep the team in championship contention.

 

In his two starts for Texas against Louisiana-Monroe and Mississippi State, Manning threw for 583 yards, four touchdowns, and two interceptions while completing 68.3% of his passes. He led Texas to victory in both games. Fans will expect even more from him next season as they set their sights on a national championship run.

 

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Arch Manning’s Texas career is set to take a major step after Longhorns starting quarterback Quinn Ewers declared for the 2025 NFL draft.

 

Manning has been featured in several games over the past two seasons, but admitted the step between high school football and college was a challenge – at least in the weight room.

 

“The workouts were no joke,” Manning told GQ. “It was hard! On one of my visits, a player told me to make sure I run a lot and lift before I get to town. I took that to heart, so I was pretty prepared, but they are not easy. I think the intensity, and how often [we did them] was the toughest part. In the summer, we’ll get out there at 6:30 at night, and then you’re back the next morning at 6:30 for another workout. There’s not much time for recovery, but you gotta get the most out of it.”

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Texas Longhorns QB Arch Manning. Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

As he prepares for his first season as a starting quarterback in the collegiate ranks, Manning signed a lucrative deal with Red Bull.

 

“I really like this partnership,” Manning said. “Everyone at Red Bull has been super nice to me and my family and I can’t wait to get it going. Plus, I like a Red Bull in the morning. We got early meetings — need a little energy.”

 

The future Longhorns starting quarterback also sat down with Red Bull for an interview where he was asked to name the “Great of All Time” in a number of categories. For the film section he named “Wolf of Wall Street” while dropping Margot Robbie’s name, hinting at his celebrity crush.

 

During the 2024 college football season, Manning completed 67.8% of his passes for 939 yards with nine touchdowns and just two interceptions while running for 108 yards and four scores.

 

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes at Arrowhead Stadium on Jan. 26, 2025.

Arch Manning, the Texas Longhorns quarterback, has been a backup for the past two years, yet remains one of college football’s biggest stars.

The nephew of Peyton and Eli Manning entered Austin as the top-ranked recruit in 2023 and has impressed in his limited playtime. During the two games he started while Quinn Ewers was injured, fans across the country were captivated by his strong arm and impressive speed.

Despite fans and analysts calling for him to take over as the starter, it didn’t happen, as Texas’ season ended in the College Football Playoff semifinals against Ohio State. However, with Ewers declaring for the draft, it’s now officially the Manning era in Austin.

While fans are excited to see what Arch can do as the full-time starter, a Saturday social media post teased another Manning rising through the ranks, one that could generate even more excitement. As the post revealed, fans are already buzzing about Peyton Manning’s 13-year-old son, Marshall.

“Sir another Manning has dropped,” quipped one fan.

“The Manning family set to dominate football for another two decades, wow,” predicted another.

“Marshall Manning vs Gunner Rivers in 2035 is gonna be insane,” commented a third.

“Arch and Marshall will rule the NFL together just like their family members,” speculated another.

Arch Manning, quarterback for the Texas Longhorns. Arch Manning, quarterback for the Texas Longhorns. © Sara Diggins/American-States. Marshall Manning is still too young to be ranked by recruiting sites, and it’s uncertain if he’ll follow in the footsteps of his uncle, cousin, father, and grandfather, Archie. But with such a renowned family, he’ll have no shortage of role models for guidance.

Additionally, being Peyton Manning’s son has given Marshall unique experiences, like going viral in 2023 for throwing a pass to Minnesota Vikings star Justin Jefferson at the Pro Bowl Games.

If Arch Manning fulfills his immense potential, with some analysts projecting him as the No. 1 overall pick in the upcoming draft if eligible, and Marshall Manning grows into a star, the Manning family could become the most influential in football history.

However, both Arch and Marshall still have a long way to go before reaching the legendary status of their family members.