Arch Manning's father Cooper makes public his 6-word dream in hilarious video on IG

Cooper Manning, the father of Texas Longhorns star quarterback Arch Manning, just gave fans something to laugh about with his latest Instagram post. Arch’s dad is known for his humor as the host of “The Manning Hour” on Fox.

Cooper took his comedic antics to a whole new level on Sunday by sharing a reel that left football fans laughing. In the clip, Cooper storms into a locker room, introducing himself to the coach as the team’s "new QB." A series of hilarious, awkward exchanges followed that had viewers cracking up. He captioned the video:

"I've always wanted to play QB… #ManningHour"

Cooper poked fun at his career that was cut short due to spinal stenosis. He was a highly-rated wide receiver at Isidore Newman School in New Orleans, Louisiana, and had committed to play for the University of Mississippi. The medical condition kept him from pursuing his football dreams, but this video suggests he's still got that quarterback spirit—at least in his imagination.

While Arch Manning continues to light up the field at Texas, his success seems to inspire his dad in more ways than one.

Cooper Manning proud of son Arch Manning's start at Texas

Thanks to Arch's amazing start in college football, the Texas QB’s father couldn’t be more proud these days. The latest superstar from the Manning genes has started the last two games due to Quinn Ewers’ oblique strain. Arch Manning has made the QB1 position his own till Ewers gains full fitness.

The 19-year-old completed 68.3% of his passes, throwing five touchdowns and only two interceptions across the two wins in Week 3 and Week 4. “He made the most of it,” Cooper said on the "GOLF's Subpar" podcast, reflecting on Arch’s performance.

"It was fun to have Arch get some experience," Cooper said. "He enjoyed playing well. He had a few hiccups, but he made some plays. He loved being out there. Selfishly, I look ahead to next year."

Ewers is expected to return in Week 7, but Arch has shown he’s ready when called upon. Cooper praised the Texas program, saying Arch’s decision to commit was rooted in the opportunity to learn and develop without immediate pressure.

"He didn’t have to come in there and be the guy,” Cooper stressed. “He could learn and get better, so when his number was called, he was ready to play well."

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As a dad, Cooper said he’s enjoying watching Arch play more than he did Peyton or Eli, remarking, “If he’s happy, I’m happy.”

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