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Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning clarified statements his legendary grandfather made about his NFL Draft status for 2026 as he nears his first start of the 2025 season.

Archie Manning said earlier this month that his grandson, and son of Cooper Manning, would not be declaring for the NFL Draft after his redshirt sophomore season. But Arch Manning appeared to contradict his grandfather’s statement when speaking with reporters on Tuesday.

"I don't know where he got that from," he said. "He texted me to apologize about that. I'm really just taking it day by day right now."

Manning did note that Archie is giving him advice on how to avoid dangerous hits on the football field.

"Those hits add up," Arch Manning said.

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