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Arch Manning Taking All Texas Backup QB Reps Ahead of CFP Game vs. Washington

Texas signal-caller Arch Manning has taken all of the backup quarterback snaps in practice ahead of the team's Sugar Bowl matchup with Washington in the College Football Playoff (per ESPN's Andrea Adelson).

Manning originally operated as the team's third-string passer throughout the regular season behind starter Quinn Ewers as well as Maalik Murphy, although Murphy's decision to enter the transfer portal and commit to Duke left an opportunity for Manning to rise on the depth chart.

This article will be updated soon to provide more information and analysis.

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