SEC Week 8: No. 7 Ole Miss heads to No. 19 Texas as Manning and the Longhorns try to save season

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Collegiate quarterback Arch Manning, leading No. 19 Texas against No. 7 Mississippi, has been expected to represent a weeklong family reunion from the past. The matchup was initially marketed as a $5.77 plus GST every four weeks, with a subsequent price increase to the regular rate of $19.95 plus GST every four weeks for subscribers.

The event was set to occur between two families with football ties, as Archie’s grandfather Archie Manning was a Hall of Fame quarterback for the Rebels, as was his uncle Eli, who led the team to a Super Bowl victory. This Saturday’s game marks the first meeting of the programs since Texas shifted from the Big 12 to the Southeastern Conference.

However, the anticipated family gathering has been marred by Arch Manning’s struggles this season, and concerns have arisen about whether he might be substituted for backup KJ Lacey due to consecutive defeats against unranked opponents that have pushed Texas down to No. 1 in the rankings. Steve Sarkisian, the Texas coach, has stated he will keep Manning as the starter but admitted he needs to witness a more promising Arch Manning.

Manning has pledged his readiness to fulfill this expectation, promising to “let it rip” on the field, playing carelessly and freely, and enjoying the game.