Texas QB Arch Manning '100 percent' after foot surgery

Longhorns QB expected to be ready for June training sessions after offseason procedure

Apr. 16, 2026 at 1:10am

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Texas quarterback Arch Manning is expected to be fully recovered from offseason foot surgery and ready to participate in the Longhorns' June training sessions, according to head coach Steve Sarkisian. Manning played through foot pain in 2025 and underwent a 'minor' procedure that limited his participation in spring practices, but he says he now feels '100 percent' and is looking forward to hosting his receivers and other skill players for offseason workouts.

Why it matters

As the highly touted quarterback and nephew of NFL legends Peyton and Eli Manning, Arch Manning's health and performance are crucial to the Longhorns' hopes of contending for a Big 12 championship and potential College Football Playoff berth in 2026. His recovery from the foot injury will be closely watched by Texas fans and college football analysts alike.

The details

Manning participated in select 7-on-7 sessions and position workouts during spring practices but was not fully available. He says he'll plan to host his receivers and other skill players in New Orleans for offseason workouts and 'good food, maybe go fishing.' One of Manning's new targets will be transfer wide receiver Cam Coleman, who had 93 career catches and 13 touchdowns at Auburn.

  • Manning played through foot pain in 2025 and underwent a 'minor' procedure in the offseason.
  • Manning participated in select 7-on-7 sessions and position workouts during spring practices but was not fully available.
  • Manning says he feels '100 percent' and is ready to participate in June training sessions.

The players

Arch Manning

The highly touted Texas quarterback and nephew of NFL legends Peyton and Eli Manning.

Steve Sarkisian

The head coach of the Texas Longhorns football team.

Cam Coleman

A transfer wide receiver from Auburn who has 93 career catches and 13 touchdowns.

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What they’re saying

“I feel 100% right now. We're kind of taking it slow. But if we had a game today, I'd be playing.”

— Arch Manning, Texas Quarterback

“I was pretty fired up and let out some loud screams.”

— Arch Manning, Texas Quarterback

What’s next

Manning is expected to be fully cleared to participate in June training sessions as the Longhorns prepare for the 2026 season.

The takeaway

Arch Manning's recovery from offseason foot surgery is a critical storyline for the Texas Longhorns as they look to build on their success in 2025 and contend for a Big 12 championship and potential College Football Playoff berth in 2026.