Texas Longhorns Prepare for Vanderbilt After Loss

In the wake of the Texas Longhorns' 30-15 loss to the Georgia Bulldogs, head coach Steve Sarkisian's decision to bench quarterback Quinn Ewers in favor of Arch Manning during the second quarter has sparked debate among analysts and fans. Many, including NFL Draft analyst Todd McShay, defended Sarkisian's move as a strategic effort to help Ewers regain composure amid mounting pressure from Georgia's defense. Ewers returned in the second half, improving his performance significantly by completing 25 of 43 passes for 211 yards and two touchdowns. Despite initial struggles, which included turnovers and a lack of offensive rhythm, Ewers showed resilience, leading Texas to outscore Georgia 15-7 in the second half. As the Longhorns prepare for a crucial matchup against Vanderbilt, Sarkisian has expressed confidence in Ewers’ progress and readiness to compete. The situation has raised questions about Texas' quarterback depth and the potential for a future QB controversy, although analysts suggest that Ewers remains the starting choice going forward.