One of the most hyped quarterback prospects in recent memory is making his collegiate starting debut on Saturday.
Texas QB Arch Manning, the consensus No. 1 player in the 2023 recruiting class, is set to fill in as QB1 for the Longhorns vs. UL Monroe after Quinn Ewers, who was building an early-season Heisman case with 691 yards and eight touchdowns in three games, went down with an abdomen injury last week.
Manning stepped into the Longhorns offense against UTSA and immediately made highlight-reel plays, finishing 9-for-12 with 223 passing yards, four passing touchdowns, and a 67-yard rushing touchdown.
Now, he’s getting a shot at four full quarters of action for Texas on Saturday night. Already the favorite to be the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the hype around Manning continues to grow.
The nephew of Peyton and Eli Manning and grandson of Archie Manning, Arch is climbing the ranks as he continues his family’s legacy of top-tier play at the quarterback position. His father, Cooper Manning, is Archie’s oldest son and committed to Ole Miss before injuries shortened his football career in high school.
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Quarterbacking seemingly runs in the Manning family’s blood, and Arch Manning is next up. His starting debut gives him another chance to prove his talent to the college football world before Ewers is expected to recover from his injury and return as Texas’ starting quarterback.
The Sporting News is tracking live updates and highlights from Arch Manning’s starting debut for the Longhorns in Texas vs. Louisiana-Monroe on Saturday. Follow along with the action below.
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Texas vs. UL Monroe score
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | F | |
| UL Monroe | 0 | 3 | 0 | – | – |
| Texas | 21 | 7 | 7 | – | – |
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Arch Manning stats vs. UL Monroe
- Completions/attempts: 11/21
- Completion %: 52.4%
- Passing yards: 214
- Passing TDs: 2
- INTs: 2
- Yards per completion: 19.45
Texas vs. UL Monroe live results, highlights from Arch Manning’s first start
All times ET
10:18 p.m. — The Warhawks punt for the fifth time in this game. Back to work for Manning and the Texas offense.
Texas 35, UL Monroe 3
10:09 p.m. TOUCHDOWN — This time, it’s freshman RB Jerrick Gibson going for the two-yard score. Texas is in firm control, and Manning didn’t have to do anything on that drive with the Longhorns’ run game taking over.
Things we love to see: pic.twitter.com/gjcc4ODdg7
— Texas Football (@TexasFootball) September 22, 2024
10:07 p.m. — Blue is on the move again, picking up 20 rushing yards to reach 111 on the day and push Texas deep into Warhawks territory.
10:03 p.m. — The second half begins with a three-and-out for UL Monroe. General Booty has completed just six of his 17 passes so far.
9:53 p.m. — Jaydon Blue has been one of the game’s biggest stars with 66 rushing yards and three total touchdowns. Isaiah Bond is Texas’ leading receiver with 75 yards on two receptions.
Halftime: Texas 28, UL Monroe 3
9:39 p.m. — Given an opportunity to get three more points on the board before the break, the Warhawks can’t pull it off. Max Larson’s 45-yard field goal attempt is blocked by Texas, sending this game to halftime.
NOT ON @EBURKE4LAX ❌🚫 pic.twitter.com/bY2ZdC2ZLW
— Texas Football (@TexasFootball) September 22, 2024
9:33 p.m. — Manning is picked off for the second time tonight. This one was partially on him for a ball thrown too hard, but it was also on Blue, as it hit off of his hands and landed in Wydett Williams Jr.’s.
1:21, 2Q | Warhawks force another turnover!
Wydett Williams Jr. gets his second interception of the season and sets us up in enemy territory late in the half!
UT 28, ULM 3
— ULM Football (@ULM_FB) September 22, 2024
Texas 28, UL Monroe 3
9:28 p.m. FIELD GOAL — UL Monroe gets on the board as halftime approaches. Booty couldn’t quite get the Warhawks to finish off the drive, but they settle for three points.
9:22 p.m. — The targeting call on Texas is overturned after a review, but the Warhawks’ big play is erased anyway with an ineligible player downfield penalty.
9:18 p.m. — Booty and the UL Monroe offense convert on fourth down and Hardy picks up 15 yards on the ground between two plays. Texas is then called for targeting on a play down the field.
9:14 p.m. — Curry is picking up some small chunk plays on the ground for the Warhawks as they seek their first points of the night.
Texas 28, UL Monroe 0
9:06 p.m. TOUCHDOWN — Blue has a touchdown hat trick already. He finds the end zone from two yards out, and everything is going Texas’ way right now.
9:01 p.m. — Arch Manning can’t stop making big plays with his arm. Each one has gone to a different receiver, too; this time, Matthew Golden goes for a 46-yard catch. Manning’s deep ball has been excellent tonight.
8:54 p.m. — UL Monroe punts it away for the third time, giving Texas another offensive opportunity.
End of first quarter: Texas 21, UL Monroe 0
8:48 p.m. — Booty completes a seven-yard pass to Ahmad Hardy on third down to end the first quarter. UL Monroe’s offense has struggled, while Manning and Texas have shown why they’re the No. 1-ranked team in the country.
Texas 21, UL Monroe 0
8:44 p.m. TOUCHDOWN — Manning is rolling in the first quarter, and his early interception is ancient history. He finds Wingo wide open in the end zone for another Texas touchdown.
The future is looking bright ✨@ArchManning @_Ryanwingo1 pic.twitter.com/sTSA1vM2SG
— Texas Football (@TexasFootball) September 22, 2024
8:42 p.m. — Manning hits Ryan Wingo for 25 yards, continuing the big plays for Texas.
8:38 p.m. — Booty hasn’t been able to do much vs. the Longhorns defense so far. He’s just 1/5 with four passing yards and an interception, and he throws three straight incompletions before UL Monroe punts.
8:34 p.m. — UL Monroe RB Taven Curry moves the chains for his team for its first time tonight.
Texas 14, UL Monroe 0
8:31 p.m. TOUCHDOWN — On 1st & Goal, Manning tosses his first touchdown pass of the night to Blue, who already has two touchdowns. The Longhorns’ defense set them up perfectly for their early two-score lead.
1️⃣6️⃣ to 2️⃣3️⃣@ArchManning @Jaydonblue23 pic.twitter.com/pTxAJ4gXVo
— Texas Football (@TexasFootball) September 22, 2024
8:27 p.m. — General Booty is picked off on his second throw of the game, and again, it’s Hill making a big defensive play for Texas. Hill returns the interception for 35 yards the other way, giving Manning and the Longhorns offense another chance to score.
Texas 7, UL Monroe 0
8:22 p.m. TOUCHDOWN — Jaydon Blue punches it in for the Longhorns from one yard out. Manning’s second drive as the starter: Seven plays, 77 yards in 2:49.
Get in there @Jaydonblue23 😤 pic.twitter.com/KjChvMi6R3
— Texas Football (@TexasFootball) September 22, 2024
8:20 p.m. — Longhorns WR Isaiah Bond breaks free for a 56-yard connection down the field with Manning. After its first drive quickly ended, Texas is moving the ball.
Arch Manning to Isaiah Bond.
56-yard dot. pic.twitter.com/FGXeuTX2eY
— CJ Vogel (@CJVogel_OTF) September 22, 2024
8:15 p.m. — UL Monroe goes three-and-out after QB General Booty is sacked on 3rd & 7. It’s Anthony Hill Jr. making the play, and Texas will get the ball back as Manning looks to recover from his early mistake.
.@thegoatanthony1 dropped ’em 💪🤘#HookEm pic.twitter.com/cN4Nli1ZBN
— Texas Longhorns (@TexasLonghorns) September 22, 2024
8:09 p.m. — We have the first interception of Arch Manning’s Texas career. Warhawks safety Carl Fauntroy comes away with the ball, and UL Monroe takes over.
.@CarlFauntroy secures the pick!
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— ULM Football (@ULM_FB) September 22, 2024
8:07 p.m. — Manning’s first two completions go to DeAndre Moore Jr. and Silas Bolden, pushing the Longhorns into UL Monroe territory.
8:02 p.m. — The Longhorns and Warhawks have kicked off. Texas receives the ball, and Arch Manning takes the field.
under the lights in DKR-TMS 🤘#HookEm | @TMobile pic.twitter.com/dUu37UIsZi
— Texas Longhorns (@TexasLonghorns) September 22, 2024
7:11 p.m. — Texas will be over 40-point favorites vs. the Warhawks tonight after its dominant 3-0 start to the season.
6:52 p.m. — With just over an hour until kickoff, here’s Arch Manning arriving for his first game as Texas’ starting quarterback.
Ready for his first career start 🤘 @ArchManning pic.twitter.com/jwSmL4xWX2
— Texas Football (@TexasFootball) September 21, 2024
Texas vs. UL Monroe start time
- Date: Saturday, September 21
- Time: 8 p.m. ET
The Longhorns and Warhawks will match up on Saturday, September 21. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. ET from Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas.
How to watch Texas vs. UL Monroe
- TV channel: N/A
- Live stream: ESPN+, SECN+, Fubo
Texas vs. UL Monroe’s matchup will not be on cable TV, but it can be streamed through ESPN+, SEC Network+ or Fubo, which offers a free trial to new users.
Texas schedule 2024
Here’s a look at the Longhorns upcoming schedule after their 3-0 start.
| Date | Opponent | Time (ET) |
| Sept. 21 | vs. UL Monroe | 8 p.m. |
| Sept. 28 | vs. Mississippi State | TBD |
| Oct. 12 | vs. Oklahoma | 3:30 p.m. |
| Oct. 19 | vs. Georgia | TBD |
| Oct. 26 | at Vanderbilt | TBD |
