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Arch Manning's difficult sophomore campaign as Texas' starting quarterback took another hit on Saturday as the Longhorns dropped a 27-24 decision to Florida at home. The Gators, who had lost their previous two games by a combined 47 points, capitalized on Texas' mistakes to hand the Longhorns their second consecutive loss.
Manning finished the day completing 14 of 20 passes for 173 yards and a touchdown, and he delivered a crucial fourth-down conversion late that kept Texas' hopes alive. However, on the Longhorns' final possession, he was sacked and fumbled, allowing Florida to run out the clock and secure the upset.
Beyond the turnover, a screenshot circulating on social media after the game appeared to show Manning overlooking a wide-open receiver in the first quarter, instead checking down to a covered outlet in the flat. That drive ended with a field goal, and the missed opportunity became a talking point about Manning's field vision.
Key Analysis
For a player with Manning's pedigree and in his second full season as the starter, the struggles are notable. His apparent difficulty reading defenses and his turnover issues have hindered a Texas team that was expected to compete for a national title. With two losses already, the Longhorns' margin for error in pursuit of a College Football Playoff berth is shrinking fast.
Originally reported by yahoo.