Arch Manning is entering a new stage in his college football career as he prepares to replace former Texas Longhorns quarterback Quinn Ewers as the team’s starting QB. After spending two seasons as a backup, Manning is set to shine in his new role. As a result, his NIL valuation—reportedly at $6.6 million—is expected to see a significant boost.
Manning has also seen a rise in media demand. He recently sat down for an interview with Blake Munroe, host of the “Coffee and Football” show, offering fans a deeper look into his personality.
Texas QB Arch Manning Shares the Names of His Favorite Athletes to Watch
Munroe asked Manning several questions, including which athletes he enjoys watching most.
When asked about his favorite player, Manning revealed it was Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen.
“I liked watching the mixtapes of Ja Morant at Murray State—good stuff. Johnny Manziel. Dog,” Manning said. Munroe then asked if Manziel was his favorite player to watch, to which Manning responded, “I like watching Josh Allen, yeah. He’s a good player.”
Manning himself is an exciting quarterback to watch. He is one of the highest-ranked quarterbacks in his class and is expected to make a strong Heisman push in the upcoming season. A major part of his hype stems from his lineage—he is the nephew of Eli and Peyton Manning and the grandson of Archie Manning, all football greats.
However, Arch Manning has proven he is worth the attention. Now, as Texas’ starting quarterback, fans are eager to see what he can do.
Texas Longhorns QB Arch Manning Unveils Major NIL Deal With Red Bull
With his first season leading the Longhorns’ offense approaching, Manning’s stock has skyrocketed. One result of this rise is a major NIL deal with Red Bull, a significant addition to his growing portfolio.
This deal is well deserved for Manning, who has taken a disciplined approach to NIL opportunities throughout his career. His family initially insisted that he avoid NIL deals until he had proven himself on the field. Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian reinforced this early on, stating that Manning was not focused on money.
“It’s not about NIL. He’s taken zero money,” Sarkisian said.
As Manning’s on-field appearances increased, he became more open to NIL deals, eventually securing his first major agreement with trading card company Panini.
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Now that he is the starting quarterback for Texas, even more NIL opportunities are expected to come his way.
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