The NFL might have to wait for its next Manning. Arch Manning, widely considered a blue-chip quarterback prospect, is not expected to enter next year’s NFL draft, according to grandfather Archie Manning.

Various way-too-early 2026 NFL mock drafts have included Texas quarterback Arch Manning in the first round, which means the first-year starter for the Longhorns would have to leave school a year early for that to come to fruition.

There's been a lot of speculation surrounding whether Texas QB Arch Manning will enter next year's NFL Draft. His grandpa Archie may have the answer.