Steve Sarkisian faces brutal Arch Manning decision as Texas’ season begins to slip away amid losses

Texas coach Steve Sarkisian faces growing pressure over whether to keep Arch Manning as starting quarterback after the Longhorns’ second consecutive defeat, a loss to unranked Florida. Manning is expected to start against Ole Miss, but the article argues that if his play does not improve, Sarkisian may have to consider a change to protect Texas’s postseason hopes.

Sarkisian said Manning is the starter but needs to perform better, as do other players in the offence. He described the coaching task as supporting and developing Manning while also being honest about areas for improvement. The article says Texas may have little room for further setbacks in its College Football Playoff pursuit and notes that replacing Manning with backup KJ Lacey could carry significant consequences.