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WATCH: Arch Manning Has Breakout Performance Against UTSA, Ewers Exits With Injury

Tonight in Saturday Night Football on ESPN ranked #2 Texas defeated unranked UTSA 56-7. let the storyline unfold.

Quinn Ewers who is Texas’ returning starting quarterback was injured in the matchup with 12 minutes and 15 seconds remaining in the second quarter.  He exited with an abdomen injury and was later deemed out for the remainder of the game.

In steps Arch Manning for his first long term debut in college football.

Arch Manning had quite the impressive performance against UTSA.

Stats – (in around 2 quarters of playing time)

Completions: 9/12

Passing Touchdowns: 4

Rushing Touchdowns: 1

Passing Yards: 223

Rushing Yards: 53 (includes tackles for loss)

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Stepping in for the injured Quinn Ewers. Manning quickly made an impact by throwing a 19-yard touchdown pass to DeAndre Moore Jr. on his first play. (see below)

He followed this with a remarkable 67-yard touchdown run, showcasing his athleticism and ability to make big plays. This run was the longest touchdown by a Texas quarterback since 2005.

Manning’s quick contributions helped Texas extend their lead significantly.

Arch Manning is the nephew of Peyton and Eli Manning. He is the son of Cooper Manning, who is the older brother of Peyton and Eli.

This makes Arch the grandson of Archie Manning, who is also a former NFL quarterback.

The Manning family football legacy runs strong.

Texas now has a quarterback controversy on their hands.

Take a look below at all of Arch Mannings touchdowns in his game against UTSA.

1. Touchdown #1 – Arch Manning to Deandre Moore Jr

2. Touchdown #2 – Arch Manning 67 yard touchdown run

3. Touchdown #3 – Arch Manning to Isaiah Bond 51 touchdown

4. Touchdown #4 – Arch Manning 75 yard touchdown pass to Ryan Wingo

5. Touchdown #5 – Arch Manning perfect corner fade