Texas fans were calling for backup quarterback Arch Manning during their contest Saturday against Florida. The Longhorns were up 35-0 on the Gators at halftime thanks to Quinn Ewers’ four touchdown passes.
Florida was getting blown out in Austin
The Longhorns came into the game ranked No.. 5 in the initial College Football Playoff rankings that were released on Tuesday. The Gators came into the matchup at DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium Stadium with a 4-4 record. Gators head coach Billy Napier got a vote of confidence from athletic director Scott Stricklin earlier this week, but the team’s effort on the field didn’t back up the school’s statement.
The Longhorns rushed out to a 14-0 lead in the first quarter after missing a field goal on their opening drive. Florida lost a fumble on their second drive of the game and missed a field goal in the second quarter. The Longhorns would pile on 21 points in the second quarter to take a convincing lead into halftime.
Texas fans wanted Arch Manning in the game
The lead had many Longhorns fans begging for Sophomore quarter Arch Manning to come in and relieve Ewers, who was absolutes cooking on Saturday.
“Give the second half to Arch Manning,” wrote a fan.
“Will Arch Manning start the second half,” asked one person.
“We’re definitely getting Arch Manning minutes in the 2nd half,” wrote another.
“Arch Manning should get the entire 2nd half to himself after this first half blowout,” commented a fan.
“Is Arch Manning getting the entire 2nd half against Florida,” asked another.
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