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‘Might Be Time To Pass the Sticks’ — CFB Analyst Boldly Advises Texas To Bench Arch Manning After QB’s ‘Average’ Performances

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning has faced mounting pressure following a disappointing start to the season, including a Week 6 upset loss to Oklahoma at the Cotton Bowl. After failing to match preseason expectations, Manning’s play has drawn criticism, with CBS Sports analyst Tom Fornelli suggesting the team may need to reconsider its offensive approach.

Manning’s struggles—highlighted by a 63% completion rate, 1,122 passing yards, and a PFN QB Impact grade of 78.0 (ranked 58th nationally)—have left the Longhorns’ offense ranked 90th in the country, despite a top-five defense leading the charge. Fornelli proposed either benching Manning or shifting playcalling duties away from head coach Steve Sarkisian, arguing the offense’s limitations could hinder Texas’s national title ambitions.

Manning’s midseason slump, marked by five interceptions and inconsistent pocket presence, has raised questions about his ability to lead the team through a grueling SEC schedule. Meanwhile, Hall of Famer Cris Carter dismissed the idea of replacing Manning, emphasizing the lack of viable alternatives and the quarterback’s entrenched status in Austin.

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