Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning was photographed smiling at fans following the team's game against Missouri at Faurot Field in Columbia on Saturday, November 7, 2026. The image accompanies a column by Cedric Golden of the Austin American-Statesman, which argues that the current version of Manning has the potential to lead Texas football to special places.
The Longhorns' matchup against the Tigers marked another step in Manning's development as the program's starting quarterback. Golden's analysis highlights the quarterback's growth and the optimism surrounding the team's trajectory.
