– Arch arrived as THE No. 1 recruit, but his first chapters with Texas wereδ½-keyβtwo true-freshman games in 2023, then a change-of-pace role behind Quinn Ewers in 2024.
– Before 2025, the pressure was immense. Former coach Mack Brown and Vince Young urged Arch to step up as a true leader and take control of the offense.
– The season opener vs Ohio State wasnβt easy, but Arch finished strong. He went from a rocky start to a late surge: in his last six games, 19 TDs to just 2 INTs, averaging 7.9 yards per attempt and 8.9 yards per carry.
– Texas capped the run with a signature upset at Texas A&M and a Citrus Bowl demolition of Michigan (41-17) with Manning totaling four TDs.
– The flaws werenβt invisibleβO-line protection and the run game were inconsistent, and the staff leaned on Archβs arm, anticipation, and mobility. He did throw the deep ball at one of the highest rates in the SEC.
– A halftime booing moment against UTEP sparked a veteran reminder from Brown: lift your QB, donβt boo. Embrace the offense and rally behind Arch.
– 2025 stat line: 3,163 passing yards, 26 TDs, 7 INTs, plus 399 rushing yards and 10 rushing TDs. He earned a spot on the Davey OβBrien Foundationβs βGreat 8β and helped Texas post a 10-win season.
– 2026 outlook: Arch enters as a Heisman favorite and a projected No. 1 overall pick in 2027, choosing to return to Texas first and chase more leadership vibes. His father Cooper isnβt expecting an early exit eitherβArch loves Texas, his teammates, and DKR, and heβs soaking up every moment. A spring return after foot surgery sets the stage for another big year as Texas eyes a CFP run.
ππ₯π Let the hype continue: Texas is counting on Arch to lead the charge, and the fanbase is buzzing for whatβs next.
