Texas Longhorns Quarterback Arch Manning Undergoes Foot Surgery

Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian provides update on Manning's recovery timeline ahead of spring practice.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning recently underwent a minor surgery on his foot, according to head coach Steve Sarkisian. Sarkisian revealed that Manning has been dealing with a lingering foot issue over the past couple of years, and the team decided to address it during the offseason. While Manning is expected to be limited during spring practice, Sarkisian expressed confidence that the star quarterback will be fully healthy and ready to lead the Longhorns in the fall.

Why it matters

Arch Manning is the centerpiece of the Texas Longhorns' offense and a key reason why the team is expected to be one of the top contenders in college football next season. Ensuring his health and full recovery from this minor foot surgery is crucial for the Longhorns to achieve their championship aspirations.

The details

Sarkisian told ESPN's Heather Dinich that Manning's foot surgery was not a serious issue, but the team wanted to "clean it up" and ensure he is 100% healthy before returning to the field. Manning is currently out of his boot and will be limited during spring practice, but Sarkisian is confident he will be ready to go for the start of the 2026 season.

  • Manning underwent the foot surgery in the offseason, following the 2025 season.
  • Texas Longhorns spring practice begins on March 9, 2026.
  • The Longhorns' final spring practice session is scheduled for April 18, 2026.

The players

Arch Manning

The starting quarterback for the Texas Longhorns, who is considered one of the top young talents in college football.

Steve Sarkisian

The head coach of the Texas Longhorns, who provided the update on Arch Manning's injury and recovery timeline.

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What they’re saying

“He had a lingering thing that he'd been dealing with over a couple of years that we just wanted to clean up. It wasn't a serious issue at all. It takes time. You do a procedure on a foot, we're going to be cautious to make sure he's 100% healthy before he goes.”

— Steve Sarkisian, Head Coach, Texas Longhorns (ESPN)

“Having a year under his belt and us struggling as a team kind of offensively the first half of the season, and him going through the growing pains in the end, it was a good thing. I think he gained a lot of confidence in the second half of the season, and I think we learned about him, he learned his style of play, and he came back with a really good mindset.”

— Steve Sarkisian, Head Coach, Texas Longhorns (ESPN)

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