Top 10 funniest Arch Manning memes following Texas QB's stellar spring game performance
Texas backup quarterback Arch Manning came out all guns blazing for the Longhorns' Orange vs White spring game. After appearing in just two games last season, throwing for a combined 30 yards, Manning put up a massive 355 passing yards and threw three touchdowns for Team White.
The third-generation QB found himself in the news last season after then-second-string quarterback Maalik Murphy was named starter Quinn Ewers' successor to lead the offense in his absence.
However, Manning's grandfather and 13-year NFL vet Archie Manning shut down all rumors, stating that Arch "was happy with his decision" to stay with the Longhorns.
With Murphy moving on to the Duke Blue Devils, Manning will move up a place on the depth chart, securing the QB2 spot in head coach Steve Sarkisian's plans.
With a performance like he had during the Longhorns' spring game, Manning could put Ewers' starting place in question if the team does not start well in the SEC. At least the fans think so!
Top 10 funniest Arch Manning memes following Texas' spring game
#1. Mentor turned rival?
HC Steve Sarkisian recently praised the dynamic between the two quarterbacks as a "healthy relationship." However, with Arch Manning gathering media attention as he did with a stellar performance like today, the relationship could turn into a super-competitive one as the season goes on!
#2. Manning draws comparisons to another young star
The 18-year-old's 300+ yard performance led fans to draw comparisons with USMNT star Brenden Aaronson. Just like Arch Manning, Aaronson found success in the early stages, winning MLS Rookie of the Year and earning 40 caps for the national team.
#3. The first touchdown was a thing of beauty
While Arch Manning threw a pinpoint pass to WR DeAndre Moore for a 75-yard touchdown to open the scoring for Team White, some fans predicted that the clip might just go viral. After all, we don't see a young prodigy from a family of multiple Hall of Famers doesn't throw his first touchdown on the first drive very often.
#4. A Dune reference?
One fan drew a hilarious "Lisan Al-Gaib" comparison, referencing the 2024 thriller Dune 2. The phrase roughly translates to "a promised Messiah," naming Arch Manning as the one who will lead the team for years to come.
#5. Sometimes all you need is to let it all out
While fans drew comparisons between Arch Manning and several other characters, one fan was just as happy as North Florida basketball HC Matthew Driscoll, screaming away in the locker room after an Osprey's game.
#6. Try not to overreact!
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Just like any rational sports fan, overreacting to a young star's breakout game is a must. One fan tried holding on to their overreaction, but a 75-yard touchdown is no joke!
#7. Another one!?
We saw a massive performance from the 18-year-old once, but is it safe to assume this was just the first of many? One fan thinks so!
#8. Of course, we couldn't miss out on the viral trend!
Over the last few days, we've seen multiple coaches, players and other celebrities become a part of the viral AI trend, and Arch Manning's performance guaranteed him an appearance as well.
#9. Not everyone was head over heels for Arch Manning
While most Texas fans were singing praises of the future of Texas football, some were just left in awe of an 18-year-old playing like he had years of experience under his belt. Then again, growing up with Peyton and Eli Manning as your uncles does help.
#10. There's always that one guy
As Texas fans get to wondering about how effective a Quinn Ewers- Arch Manning rotation can be, one fan was already thinking of Ewers heading to the transfer portal after getting benched by the freshman.
Texas HC Steve Sarkisian and the Longhorns have a long journey ahead to get back to the College Football Playoff with their move to the SEC. However, having two stellar quarterbacks on your roster can be both a gift and a curse.