After two years riding the bench with minimal game time, Arch Manning is finally stepping into the spotlight as the face of the Texas Longhorns and a marquee name in the NCAA. The

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The Saints need a long-term quarterback, and all signs point to New Orleans taking one in the 2026 NFL Draft. Although NFL Draft expert Charlie Campbell agrees that the Saints should add an SEC quarterback, he suggested they use the No. 1 pick on South Carolina’s LaNorris Sellers.

Manning's revelation is largely unsurprising to those who have closely followed Arch’s recruitment and college career.