Paul Finebaum on Arch Manning: ‘We Were Prisoners of the Manning Name’

9 months ago

Paul Finebaum on Arch Manning: ‘We Were Prisoners of the Manning Name’

Paul admitted the hype on Arch was “out of control,” saying his preseason takes now look “ridiculous.” Manning finished 17-of-30 for 170 yards, a TD and an INT in Texas’ 7-14 loss to defending champions, Ohio State. “Ultimately, not good enough,” Manning said. Steve Sarkisian added, “For Arch, the expectations were out of control… that’s one chapter.”

By Sauvik Banerjee

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Joe Namath Calls Out Alabama After Florida State Loss

9 months ago

Joe Namath Calls Out Alabama After Florida State Loss

Alabama’s 31-17 loss to Florida State drew sharp words from Crimson Tide legend Joe. On X, he praised QB Ty Simpson and the offensive line for a “near perfect” opening drive, but later warned that "it looks like this could be a loooong season." The Tide face Louisiana-Monroe next, with SEC play looming against Georgia in Athens.

By Sauvik Banerjee

Johnny Manziel: Alabama Aura Is Gone After FSU Loss

9 months ago

Johnny Manziel: Alabama Aura Is Gone After FSU Loss

Manziel blasted Alabama’s fading mystique after their 31-17 loss to Florida State, saying on Nightcap, “Nobody’s scared of them boys. Not Vandy, not Kentucky, not nobody.” He credited Seminoles QB Thomas Castellanos, who threw just 14 passes yet led a dominant 230-yard rushing attack. Manziel warned, “That fear aspect of Alabama is completely gone.”

By Sauvik Banerjee

UCLA Blown Out in Nico Iamaleava’s Debut

9 months ago

UCLA Blown Out in Nico Iamaleava’s Debut

Nico’s UCLA debut ended in a 43-10 Rose Bowl blowout to Utah. “We got punched in the mouth,” he admitted after going 11-of-22 for 136 yards, one TD, and a pick, while leading the team with 47 rushing yards. Coach Deshaun Foster said, “He’s not gonna quit.” Iamaleava is earning approximately $1.2 million in NIL compensation this season.

By Sauvik Banerjee

Dez Bryant Fires Back at Haters Targeting Shedeur Sanders and Arch Manning

9 months ago

Dez Bryant Fires Back at Haters Targeting Shedeur Sanders and Arch Manning

While Sanders has been trolled incessantly since his shocking draft slide, Manning has now joined the club after his mediocre Longhorns debut as a starter [170 yards, 1 INT]. The Cowboys legend however defended both, insisting they “have what it takes to be great" while urging critics to wait: “Allow their play to determine… One game doesn’t define either QB.”

By Suresh Menon

Despite Spotlight on Arch Manning, Ohio State Star Wows NFL GMs

9 months ago

Despite Spotlight on Arch Manning, Ohio State Star Wows NFL GMs

While most eyes were locked on Manning for his Longhorns QB1 debut, it was Buckeyes safety Caleb Downs who stole the attention of NFL scouts with his 3 tackles. GMs reportedly raved about his “flawless instincts,” “scary closing speed,” and high football IQ. One even likened him to Earl Thomas and Eric Berry, calling Downs a “special, special player.”

By Suresh Menon

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