Arch Manning Has Found an Unexpected Weapon in Texas' Passing Game

Just a month ago, the Texas Longhorns had a struggling offense that needed to find its stride to match its defense, casting doubt on what the program could accomplish during the 2026 season.

Now the offense has found success, moving the ball with ease and finishing drives when it matters. Some of that is due to quarterback Arch Manning, who is playing his best three-game stretch this season.

Another part of that, especially recently in the win over the Missouri Tigers, was the emergence of productivity from the running back room. While involved in the ground game, they were clearly threats in the passing game, but will that be the identity of the offense moving forward?

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