Earlier in the week, CBS and Yahoo Sports college football analyst Adam Breneman broke down Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning’s NIL valuation. He detailed how Manning’s strong performances on the football field, as well as his strong interactions with the media, contribute to Manning’s high NIL valuation and how hyped a prospect he is right now.
This past year, Manning was the backup quarterback of the Longhorns behind Quinn Ewers. However, with Ewers declaring for the 2025 NFL Draft, it is widely expected that Manning will become the starting QB next season.
What Did Adam Breneman Say About Arch Manning’s NIL Valuation?
Breneman released a video on X that detailed how Manning’s NIL valuation had increased and decreased over the past few seasons. He then highlighted the current state of Manning’s NIL valuation.
NIL valuations aren’t perfect numbers, but they’re a great way to gauge the hype around a player…
And no one is more hyped than Arch Manning.
Let’s break down his NIL valuation ⬇️ pic.twitter.com/7XJarh17bU
— Adam Breneman (@AdamBreneman81) February 11, 2025
“Today, Arch Manning’s valuation is back up to $3.1 million. Some would argue the increase is from increased exposure. Don’t get me wrong. He was great in the College Football 25 ads. He’s been great in press conferences. But I think the fact that he balled out on the field in every game we’ve seen him is a big factor in the boost in his NIL valuation.
“Play on the field means more money off of it. It’s all about how you ball out, and Arch Manning has done exactly that this season,” Breneman stated.
Arch Manning’s 2025 Outlook
Manning is one of the most hyped prospects in recent college football memory. He is the nephew of legendary NFL QBs Peyton and Eli Manning, as well as the grandson of former NFL QB Archie Manning. As a result, Arch is a third-generation QB from one of the most iconic families in all of football.
However, Manning is also ultra-talented and has the skills to succeed at both the college and NFL levels. He is extremely accurate and has a strong arm, something that allows him to make almost any throw on the football field. He also has a strong football IQ and can read defensive coverages with ease. In addition, when the play does break down, Manning is quite mobile, allowing him to perform off-platform effectively.
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In limited game time this past year, he had 939 passing yards, 13 total touchdowns, only two interceptions, and a completion percentage of 67.8%. As a result, with Manning expected to take the starting job next year, it makes sense why his NIL valuation has been increasing in recent months.
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