Arch Manning scores the first touchdown for Texas against Texas A&M
Who else? On Texas’ second drive of the game, Arch Manning entered on a 4th and 2 opportunity for the Longhorns on the Texas A&M 15 yard line. He ran around the left side and picked up all 15 yards for the first touchdown of the game for Texas. The touchdown was put on the board after review.
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The Longhorns took possession thanks to a Michael Taaffe interception, a fellow No. 16. Texas moved down the field thanks to a personal foul on Texas A&M, and tough running from Tre Wisner. Quinn Ewers, who started at quarterback, had a 26 yard rush to help Texas convert a third down opportunity.
Manning last played on November 9 versus Florida. He was 3-for-6 for 19 yards. For the year, he is 61-for-90 for 939 yards and nine touchdowns with two interceptions. He also has 17 carries for 81 yards and three rushing touchdowns.
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Manning started for the Longhorns against Louisiana-Monroe and Mississippi State after replacing Ewers when he left the UTSA game due to injury. Manning also made an appearance versus Georgia in relief of Ewers but was only able to manage a 3-for-6 night for 19 yards and -1 yards rushing. Manning fumbled as well.
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Texas and Texas A&M kicked off at 6:30 p.m. The game is airing on ABC.
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