University of Texas quarterback is the next generation of Manning talent. What to know

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University of Texas quarterback Arch Manning is taking center stage, and his legacy shows. The 19-year-old redshirt freshman will make his collegiate starting debut Sept. 21 for No. 1 Texas against Louisiana-Monroe, replacing injured quarterback Quinn Ewers. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. ET.Arch Manning is the highly-touted nephew of former NFL legends Peyton and Eli Manning and the son of “The Manning Hour” host, Cooper Manning. He’s also the grandson of Archie Manning, an Ole Miss legend and former New Orleans Saints quarterback.Arch Manning’s inherited athletic prowess was on full display at last weekend’s game when the Longhorns beat the University of Texas at San Antonio Roadrunners, 56-7. After starting quarterback Ewers hit the sidelines with a strained abdomen, Arch Manning entered in his place and had a 67-yard rushing touchdown. The run marked the longest of any Longhorn quarterback since 2005.His impressive speed also made headlines. Arch Manning clocked a top speed of…

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