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Saints "Tank for Arch" campaign hits a roadblock in season debut

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I know, it sounds crazy. But Arch Manning not declaring for the 2026 NFL Draft may help the Saints. They could provide a much better destination if he waits.

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The hype around Texas quarterback Arch Manning was at an all-time high heading into the 2025 college football season. Lots of New Orleans Saints fans are fully bought into Manning returning home to New Orleans. He was already being viewed as a top draft pick despite only starting two games in 2024. Unfortunately for him, his season got off to a shaky start in Texas’ 7-14 loss to Ohio State.