Various way-too-early 2026 NFL mock drafts have included Texas quarterback Arch Manning in the first round, which means the first-year starter for the Longhorns would have to leave school a year early for that to come to fruition.

In a recent story from Texas Monthly, Archie Manning shot down notions that his grandson will be taking his talents to the pro level in 2026.

The Texas quarterback’s grandfather, former NFL star Archie Manning, said his grandson isn’t going anywhere, despite being eligible for the 2026 NFL Draft. “Arch isn’t going to do that,” Manning told " Texas Monthly .“ “He’ll be at Texas.”