Do not be stunned if groups are lining up for quarterbacks within the 2027 NFL Draft.
On Monday night, Cooper Manning, the daddy of Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch, texted ESPN’s Dave Wilson that his son will return to high school for the 2026 season. Arch Manning’s determination may have a ripple impact on the 2026 and 2027 drafts.
Why Arch Manning’s selection has huge ramifications for 2026 and 2027 NFL Drafts
Many QB-needy groups have been seemingly eyeing Arch Manning due to his final identify. He is the nephew of Tremendous Bowl champions Peyton and Eli and grandson of 1971 No. 2 decide Archie. His return to Austin makes the 2026 draft — scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh — even thinner at an important place.
On his up to date QB board, ESPN’s Jordan Reid gave solely two passers first-round grades: Indiana’s Fernando Mendoza (6-foot-5, 225 kilos) and Oregon’s Dante Moore (6-foot-3, 206 kilos).
The Ringer’s Todd McShay has reported Moore is anticipated to return to high school in 2026.
Arch Manning struggled at occasions in 2025, finishing a season-low 44% of his passes in a 27-10 Week 3 win over UTEP. The Texas devoted showered him with boos in the course of the dreadful efficiency.
Nevertheless, he has steadily improved all through the season. Over his previous 5 video games, the QB has thrown 12 TD passes and two interceptions (via StatMuse). He additionally carried the Longhorns to a 27-17 win over the Texas A&M Aggies within the Lone Star Showdown on Nov. 28.
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