The program awaits a decision from starting quarterback Quinn Ewers, who has indicated he could also head to the NFL. That would leave Arch Manning to step in as the starter in 2025.

Hello, Arch Manning. Step right up. It’s your time. The Quinn Ewers Era has officially come to an end. With a bang unquestionably — Cotton Bowl score aside in the playoff semifinals — because he raised the level of play at quarterback not seen since 2009 and the Texas program flourished under his three-year reign and is as well-positioned for the change as any team in college football.

Many anticipated the Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium last week would be Quinn Ewers’ final game in a Texas uniform. The Longhorns’ starting quarterback confirmed that to be true Wednesday morning. After three seasons at Texas,