Texas Longhorns QB Arch Manning Uncertain for Vanderbilt Game Due to Concussion

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning is a game-time decision for the upcoming matchup against the No. 9 Vanderbilt Commodores after entering concussion protocol following a hit in last week's overtime win over Mississippi State. Manning, who had a season-high 346 passing yards and three touchdowns during that game, has been recovering and practicing this week but must clear concussion protocols to play. Backup quarterback Matthew Caldwell, who threw the game-winning touchdown in overtime, will start if Manning is unable to play. Vanderbilt, currently 7-1, is a rising SEC team led by quarterback Diego Pavia and needs a win against Texas to keep SEC Championship hopes alive. Texas also received positive injury news with key players Lance Jackson and Cole Hutson upgraded to probable, while safety Michael Taaffe remains questionable. Head coach Steve Sarkisian praised Manning's resilience and growth despite the team's ups and downs this season, emphasizing the importance of his potential return for Texas' offense.