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Texas' Steve Sarkisian Gets Real on Arch Manning Problem

Texas' Steve Sarkisian Gets Real on Arch Manning Problem

Summary

Texas Longhorns' quarterback Arch Manning is facing challenges as his team struggles in the season. Head coach Steve Sarkisian explains that Manning's style of play, which involves holding the ball longer, is a strategy to utilize his strengths. Texas will play against Oklahoma, a team known for its defensive pressure.

Key Facts

  • Texas Longhorns had a 3-2 start to the season and play Oklahoma next.
  • Arch Manning is a quarterback for the Texas Longhorns football team.
  • Coach Steve Sarkisian says Manning holds the ball longer to play to his strengths.
  • Manning was pressured 35 times by Florida, and sacked six times in their last game.
  • Manning averages 3.23 seconds to throw the ball; Sarkisian aims for a time under three seconds.
  • The upcoming opponent, Oklahoma, has a strong defense with 21 sacks this season.

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