Calls Mount For Texas To Start Arch Manning In College Football Playoff

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The college football season is winding down, and the College Football Playoff is just around the corner. The Texas Longhorns are one of the teams in contention for a spot in the playoff, and there are growing calls for the team to start freshman quarterback Arch Manning in the playoff.

Manning is the son of former NFL quarterback Peyton Manning and nephew of former NFL quarterback Eli Manning. He is considered one of the best quarterback prospects in the country, and he has lived up to the hype in his first season at Texas.

Manning has started 10 games for the Longhorns this season, and he has thrown for 2,445 yards, 20 touchdowns, and three interceptions. He also has rushed for 400 yards and four touchdowns.

The Longhorns are 9-3 this season, and they have won their last three games. They are currently ranked No. 10 in the College Football Playoff rankings.

There are several arguments in favor of starting Manning in the playoff. First, he is a talented quarterback who has the potential to be one of the best in the country. He has a strong arm, good accuracy, and is a mobile quarterback.

Second, the Longhorns have a better chance of winning with Manning at quarterback. He has led the team to three wins in their last three games, and they have been more competitive with him at the helm.

Third, starting Manning would send a message that the Longhorns are serious about winning the national championship. He is the most talented quarterback on the roster, and starting him would show that the team is willing to do whatever it takes to win.

There are also several arguments against starting Manning in the playoff. First, he is a freshman and has limited experience. He has only started 10 games in his college career, and he has never played in a playoff game.

Second, the Longhorns have a senior quarterback, Hudson Card, who has been the starter for most of the season. Card is a solid quarterback, and he has led the team to a 9-3 record.

Third, starting Manning could disrupt the team's chemistry. Card has been the leader of the team all season, and benching him could cause locker-room problems.

The decision of whether or not to start Manning in the playoff is a difficult one. There are valid arguments both for and against starting him. Ultimately, the decision will be up to Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian.

If Sarkisian decides to start Manning, it will be a bold move. But it could also be the move that leads the Longhorns to the national championship.

"I think Arch Manning is the best quarterback in the country," said ESPN college football analyst Kirk Herbstreit. "He has all the tools to be a great one."

"I'm not sure if Arch Manning is ready to start in the playoff," said Fox college football analyst Reggie Bush. "He's a freshman, and he hasn't played in a big game yet."

"I think the Longhorns should stick with Hudson Card as their starting quarterback," said CBS college football analyst Gary Danielson. "He's a senior, and he has more experience."