Summary
Arch Manning and Bryce Underwood, two top college football quarterbacks, played in the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl. The game ended in a 41-27 victory for Texas, with Manning's strong performance helping his team win. After the game, the two quarterbacks showed mutual respect during a handshake caught on camera.
Key Facts
- The Cheez-It Citrus Bowl featured quarterbacks Arch Manning from Texas and Bryce Underwood from Michigan.
- Texas defeated Michigan with a final score of 41-27.
- Arch Manning completed 21-of-35 passes for 221 yards, scored two touchdowns via pass, and ran for 155 yards with two more touchdowns.
- Bryce Underwood completed 23-of-42 passes for 199 yards, scored two touchdowns, and had three interceptions.
- Both players are highly rated, five-star recruits and have lucrative NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deals in college athletics.
- Cameras captured Manning and Underwood sharing a respectful handshake after the game.
- Manning decided to stay at Texas for the 2026 season instead of entering the NFL draft.
- Underwood will continue playing for Michigan under new head coach Kyle Whittingham.
