Manning Set to Lead Texas at LSU

Arch Manning has quieted some of the doubts about his performance by helping Texas rebound from consecutive losses and win three straight, accounting for nine touchdowns during the streak. His faster decisions and improved command have been noticeable, though evaluations remain mixed: against Missouri, he was far more aggressive and effective after halftime, but still showed inconsistency over a full game and areas to improve from an NFL-projection standpoint. Texas’s 7-2 season has put the Longhorns back in the College Football Playoff picture ahead of a trip to LSU, near Manning’s hometown of New Orleans. Manning called the game special for its atmosphere and his childhood memories, while coach Steve Sarkisian said the quarterback is focused on the team rather than family legacy or personal connections.