Johnny Manziel on Texas QBs Quinn Ewers, Arch Manning: 'This is still very much Quinn's job'
Johnny Manziel thinks the Texas QB job still belongs to Quinn Ewers, rather than Arch Manning. But the former Heisman winner couldn’t deny that he was impressed by Manning stepping in over the weekend.
Ewers could miss some time, but is expected to resume action as the starter when he’s healthy. While he’s out, the former No. 1 overall recruit in 2023 will be under center and likely make his first career start Saturday.
Manziel was impressed with Manning’s dual threat ability against UTSA, but isn’t ready to crown him the guy over Ewers.
“For Arch to come in and do what he did that early — read the play to perfection and just outrace everyone to the end zone — I think it’s something that when you’re watching on Saturday, everyone’s eyes kind of opened up a little bit,” Manziel said on ActionNetwork.com. “It’s not something we’re used to seeing. Especially with the name Manning on the jersey. I think obviously what [Quinn’s] done the last few years there, and even this year, this is very much still Quinn’s job.”
Manziel pointed out the difference between Ewers and Manning, the mobility in the open field. It was certainly a different sight to see.
“What we saw on that play has a lot to do with just being a good football player,” Manziel said. “You see the defensive lineman absolutely bites and takes off after the running back, but even after that when he’s 10 or 15 yards down the field he still has a guy he has to make miss. Being able to do that is not something we’ve seen from this Texas offense a lot.”
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Manziel noted Ewers has time to return and doesn’t need to rush while Manning could play against non-conference foes.
“He’s just got to get healthy. … ULM and UTSA are games where Quinn has the ability to get healthy and make sure he gets himself right,” Manziel said. “Arch will definitely love the reps he’s going to get, but I don’t see this as being a long-term thing.”