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Video Reheat: Arch Manning entering the national conversation, Texas' greatest villains

by:RT Young•05/19/25
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Arch Manning (Will Gallagher/Inside Texas)

Arch Manning is starting to earn national respect as the face of Texas football’s future. We also dive into the most infamous villains in Texas history — the players, coaches, and programs that Longhorn fans love to hate

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Barry Switzer is considered the ultimate villain in Texas football history due to his 9–5–2 record against Texas, controversial tactics like alleged spying in the 1976 Red River Rivalry, and later coaching the Dallas Cowboys to a Super Bowl, deepening resentment.

Baker Mayfield established his identity around hating Texas, using gestures like “horns down” and criticizing Texas for not recruiting him. His success and swagger during a tough era for Texas football intensified his villain status.

Jackie Sherrill, nicknamed “Prince of Darkness,” was a major antagonist as Texas A&M’s coach due to both successful on-field performance and controversial recruiting practices. He continued to haunt Texas later while at Mississippi State.

Marcell Dareus altered Texas football’s trajectory by injuring Colt McCoy and scoring a key touchdown in the 2010 national championship game. His two plays are believed to have cost Texas a second national title and ushered in a decade of decline.

Bob Stoops was notably left off the villain list despite his long-term success over Texas (11 wins). The decision was justified by arguing that Texas’ conservative strategy under Mack Brown played a bigger role in those losses.

Other potential villains like Michael Crabtree, Kyler Murray, Art Briles, Gary Patterson, and Taysom Hill were discussed. However, they lacked the sustained impact or villainous image to make the final list.

Arch Manning received high praise from NFL analyst Todd McShay after reviewing 70 plays. He’s seen as a potential 2027 No. 1 pick and is praised for his development and poise. The Manning family’s methodical, long-term approach is highlighted.

There is speculation about NFL teams potentially tanking for Arch, but concerns exist about whether the Manning family would support him joining poorly managed teams. Comparisons were made to Eli Manning’s draft saga.

Texas A&M’s softball team failed to progress past regionals, continuing a trend of sports failures. The show humorously highlighted this in their “shame” segment, pointing to multiple recent disappointments across Aggie sports.

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