The Texas Longhorns have named Arch Manning as their starting quarterback for Week 4 of the college football season.

The redshirt freshman is part of the renowned Manning football family, which includes his uncles Peyton and Eli Manning, both of whom had illustrious NFL careers. This decision comes at a significant moment for the Longhorns, as they look to leverage Manning’s potential and pedigree in their upcoming game against UL Monroe.

Manning is getting the start because of the injury to Quinn Ewers. Ewers suffered an abdominal injury during the game against UTSA, which has sidelined him for the time being. Coach Steve Sarkisian confirmed that Ewers’ injury is being managed on a week-to-week basis, making it necessary to have a reliable backup ready to step in. This situation has provided Arch Manning with the opportunity to showcase his skills on a larger stage.

It will be interesting to see how Manning performs under the spotlight "right out of the gate" as a starter, and whether he can live up to the high expectations set by his family’s legacy. This game will not only be a test of his abilities but also an opportunity for him to establish himself as the future star everyone expects him to be for the Longhorns.