Arch Manning hype train will lead to Texas star becoming college football's 'ultimate villain,' ESPN host says
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Just a couple of years ago, Arch Manning was one of the most highly sought high school recruits in the nation. He ultimately decided to take his potential and high-profile last name to Austin.
When Quinn Ewers declared for the NFL Draft, it opened the door for Manning to move into the starter's role for the Texas Longhorns in 2025.
As spring games around the country get underway, ESPN host and commentator Rece Davis made a bold prediction about the role Manning could play when he takes the next step in his college career.
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Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning gets loose before the Big 12 championship game against the Oklahoma State Cowboys Dec. 2, 2023, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. (Chris Leduc/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
As the season gets closer, the hype surrounding Manning is bound to escalate. Davis suggested Manning could become "the ultimate villain" because some fans will end up appreciating him even more, while others could experience more feelings of resentment.
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"It’s unfortunate. Because of the attention he’s going to get, he’s going to become a fan favorite by those outside of Texas. And (for) others outside of Texas, he’s going to become the ultimate villain, and I don’t just mean Oklahoma people," Davis explained during a recent edition of the "College GameDay Podcast."
Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning practices before the 2024 SEC championship game at