Arch Manning Will Be Playing for This Team in 2027
Arch Manning has decided to remain with the Texas Longhorns for the upcoming college football season, prioritizing a College Football Playoff run over early NFL Draft speculation. While projections for the 2027 NFL Draft are still speculative, teams like the Arizona Cardinals and New York Jets are considered potential landing spots. His decision to stay in college underscores his family's emphasis on being fully prepared before turning pro. No official declaration has been made regarding his future beyond the 2026 season.
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By Tyler ErzbergerShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.Fernando Mendoza was the undisputed No. 1 overall quarterback and pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, but would he have kept that honor if Arch Manning declared?While Mendoza was far and away the better of the two signal-callers last year, the allure of the Manning dynasty and Arch's overall raw talent would have made it an interesting debate for months on end if he decided to leave Texas.In the end, though, Manning decided to stay in Austin with the Longhorns and is solely focused on making it to the College Football Playoff this upcoming season.But what happens after the season is over, be it in confetti or a more…
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