Arch Manning's first start for No. 1 Texas ends in loss to Ohio State

Arch Manning’s much‑anticipated first full season start for No. 1 Texas ended in a sobering reality check Saturday in Columbus, where the Longhorns fell 14-7 to defending national champion Ohio State. Manning, the 21-year-old redshirt sophomore from the famed Manning family, completed 17 of 30 passes for 170 yards with one touchdown and one interception and added 38 rushing yards, according to official game statistics.

The game was defined by Texas’ inability to generate consistent offense and Ohio State’s disruptive defense. The Buckeyes limited Texas to 79 first‑half yards and repeatedly pressured Manning, forcing hurried throws and broken timing. A goal‑line sneak by Manning was stuffed on a third‑quarter Tush Push, and a subsequent Manning interception was returned for a touchdown that helped seal the outcome. Texas finally scored on a 32‑yard touchdown pass to Parker Livingstone late in the fourth quarter, but the rally fell short.

Manning acknowledged the shortcomings in his postgame remarks. "Ultimately, not good enough," he said. "Ive got to play better, got to lead more, got to get our guys to play well around me." Coach Steve Sarkisian said he met with Manning at...