Arch Manning, the highly touted freshman quarterback for No. 1 Texas, will make his first career start on Saturday against Louisiana-Monroe, stepping in for regular starter Quinn Ewers, who is recovering from an abdominal strain. Manning has impressed in limited action, throwing for four touchdowns and rushing for another in a decisive victory over UTSA, leading to his rapid rise in Heisman Trophy odds. Texas, ranked first for the first time since 2008, is heavily favored against ULM, which has also started the season 2-0. The Warhawks' defensive coordinator expressed confidence, noting that some players on his team have previously competed against Manning. Despite the excitement surrounding Manning's start, questions remain about his future playing time once Ewers returns. Texas coach Steve Sarkisian emphasized the importance of Manning focusing on executing the game plan effectively.