Arch Manning hasn’t even taken a snap as the Texas Longhorns' starting quarterback in 2025, but the hype surrounding him is already at full throttle. From analysts to fans, expectations are sky-high for the former five-star recruit, and not everyone is convinced he's deserving.

Rodgers was taking direct aim at recent takes — including one from Paul Finebaum — that have anointed Manning as potentially the best quarterback in the conference this season. After a redshirt year in 2023, followed by flashes of brilliance in limited action last fall, Manning has become one of the most talked-about players in college football.