With the 2025 season just days away, all eyes are on Arch Manning . With Quinn Ewers off to the NFL, Manning now carries the weight of leading the Longhorns back to at least another semifinal. No small task when expectations are sky-high. Although seen by many as a potential 2026 NFL Draft prize, he could also wait until 2027, joining what might be one of the most stacked QB classes in years. But the question remains: with all the hype, is he really the SEC’s best?

Sure, Manning is gifted with rare talent, and in limited action he’s already shown flashes of brilliance. On top of that, his big arm and dynamic legs make him a true dual-threat. The kind of QB who could lead Texas to a national title. But not everyone is buying into the hype just yet. ESPN’s Greg McElroy struck a balance

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