Peyton Manning, a Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback, defended C.J. Stroud after the former Ohio State star took some criticism following his second season in the NFL.

The reason is obvious, as Manning is the youngest quarterback from football's first family, with grandfather Archie and uncles Peyton and Eli all making their mark at both the college and NFL levels.

Former coach Steve Spurrier appeared skeptical of Arch Manning's projection as a top draft pick, citing Texas' decision to play Quinn Ewers over Manning for two seasons.

Manning is the Heisman favorite thanks to his status as the starting QB on a team that made the College Football Playoff semifinals a season ago and because of his name recognition across the country.

Texas QB Arch Manning enters the season favorite for the Heisman and No. 1 pick in NFL draft. But former Florida coach Steve Spurrier isn't so sure on that.

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