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The Texas Longhorns have navigated a challenging stretch without their star quarterback, but a major change could shake up their offense once again.
Quinn Ewers has been on the sidelines since his injury during a game against UTSA, leaving Arch Manning to step in as the new leader of the offense. Manning not only held his own-he thrived, leading the Longhorns to multiple victories and maintaining their spot in the top five of the AP Poll rankings. His standout performances provided the team with much-needed stability in Ewers' absence, solidifying his reputation as a quarterback capable of performing under pressure.
Despite Manning's success, the winds of change seem to be blowing in Austin. Reports surfaced indicating that Ewers practiced with the first-team offense on Tuesday. Sources have mentioned that Ewers is determined to make his return against Oklahoma, showing no intention of sitting out any longer. His goal? To push Texas toward an SEC title and perhaps even a national championship. This comes as no surprise, given Ewers' leadership role and his hunger to compete at the highest level.
Sarkisian spoke on Quinn Ewers' importance
Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian has reiterated the importance of having Ewers back in action. Speaking to reporters, Sarkisian highlighted Ewers' role as the emotional center of the team. "We need Quinn back 'cause he's our quarterback and he's our leader," Sarkisian stated. "But what Arch has done over these last few games has shown everyone that this team can rely on him too."
However, the return of Ewers raises questions about the immediate future for Manning. Even if Ewers is named the starter, it is uncertain how short of a leash he will be given. Any sign of struggle could see the Longhorns turning to Manning, who has already proven his ability to rise to the occasion when called upon. The dynamic between the two quarterbacks is bound to keep Texas fans on edge, wondering who will ultimately lead their team in the crucial weeks ahead.