Arch Manning delivers ice-cold quote after Texas closes door on LSU's College Football Playoff dreams
Manning powered through three interceptions to throw a game-winning touchdown pass to Raleek Brown, giving Texas a 22-21 win against LSU.It likely saved Texas’ chances at making the College Football Playoff, but it also put the final nail in the coffin for the Tigers’ hopes.THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE.
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This content was created by a team that works independently from the FOX newsroom.Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning calls a play during the second half against the Louisiana State Tigers at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La., on Nov.14, 2026.
(IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)Manning was asked about shutting the door on the Tigers after the game."We talked about, you know, you have to end someone else’s dream.I like to focus on us, but it kinda feels good at times."It was possibly the most hyped Manning has ever been after a win.
Once the clock hit triple zeroes, Manning skipped onto the field to celebrate with his Longhorns teammates.Most of the college football world counted Manning out, but he proved that if there’s time on the clock, he’s going to give his best effort to keep Texas in the game."It means the world," Manning said.
"I was pointing out to some of my teammates where I sat at these games growing up.So, just coming back home, getting it done in the last few seconds, it's a memory I'll have for the rest of my life."Manning, by far, didn’t have his best performance.
He showed up when it mattered the most.Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning celebrates after scoring a touchdown in the first half against the LSU Tigers on Saturday, Nov.14, 2026, at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.
(Jerome Hicks/Sipa USA via Reuters Connect)CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGEThat’s what winners do.And doing it in his home state was just ic...