Quinn Ewers' Status Uncertain for Texas' SEC Opener Against Mississippi State

Quinn Ewers' status remains uncertain as he recovers from an oblique strain ahead of Texas' SEC opener against Mississippi State. Coach Steve Sarkisian indicated that Ewers must demonstrate his ability to execute the game plan effectively before he can return to play. Meanwhile, backup quarterback Arch Manning made a notable debut, leading the Longhorns to a decisive 51-3 victory over UL Monroe, completing 15 of 29 passes for 258 yards, with two touchdowns and two interceptions. Despite a rocky start, Manning showed resilience, and Sarkisian expressed optimism about his performance, highlighting areas for improvement in his decision-making and completion percentage. As Texas transitions into SEC play, Sarkisian feels confident in the team's depth and ability to handle the challenges of the conference schedule. The Longhorns will face Mississippi State, followed by a bye week, and then high-stakes matchups against ranked opponents, including No. 21 Oklahoma. Sarkisian emphasized the importance of maintaining high expectations for the team, aiming for both conference and national championships, regardless of the changes in the conference landscape.