QB Struggles Highlight Texas' Defensive Efforts

**Arch Manning Steps In for Quinn Ewers in Texas Loss to Georgia**Photo byyahoo.com

In the recent clash between No. 1 Texas and No. 5 Georgia, quarterback Quinn Ewers faced challenges, leading to a brief stint for Arch Manning. Ewers was benched in the second quarter as Texas fell behind 20-0, struggling with only 15 yards in five possessions and committing two turnovers—a fumble and an interception.

Texas coach Steve Sarkisian aimed to ignite the offense by giving Manning a chance to step in. Despite the team's struggles, he acknowledged that the defense was working hard to keep the game within reach. Ewers returned to the field to start the second half, but the Longhorns were already trailing 23-0.

Manning took the field for Texas’s sixth possession after Ewers was sacked, but his time was marked by difficulties. His first drive ended in a punt, with the team only managing a first down due to a face mask penalty. The second drive fared worse; Manning was sacked again, and shortly after, he lost the ball, allowing Georgia to capitalize with another field goal.

Manning had previously started two games in Ewers’ absence, helping Texas secure victories against Louisiana-Monroe and Mississippi State. With Ewers now back, the Longhorns hope to find their rhythm moving forward. Throughout the season, Manning has been a valuable backup and has been crucial during Ewers' injuries, but the team's performance against Georgia highlighted the need for improvement as they move ahead.