Summary
Texas quarterback Arch Manning earned $6.8 million last season, making him the highest-paid player in college football. Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian believes Manning is underpaid, as he stayed with the team instead of entering the NFL Draft to help build a stronger roster.
Key Facts
- Arch Manning plays quarterback for the Texas Longhorns.
- Last season, he was the highest-paid college football player, earning $6.8 million.
- Manning threw for 3,163 yards and 27 touchdowns, with seven interceptions.
- He also rushed for 399 yards and 10 touchdowns.
- Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian considers Manning underpaid compared to other quarterbacks.
- Manning decided to stay with the Longhorns to allow investment in other players.
- Manning's decision prevented him from entering the 2026 NFL Draft, where he could have made more money.
- Sarkisian believes adding strong players around Manning can help the team succeed in future seasons.
