In a recent story from Texas Monthly, Archie Manning shot down notions that his grandson will be taking his talents to the pro level in 2026.

Arch Manning won't be leaving the Texas Longhorns football program for the 2026 NFL draft, but is expected to declare in 2027 instead.

Archie Manning predicts that Arch Manning will return to Texas football in 2026. But what did Arch have to say about his NFL Draft outlook?

Regardless of whether Arch Manning remains in college for his senior season, next year’s draft is considered deep at quarterback. Clemson’s Cade Klubnik, LSU’s Garrett Nussmeier, South Carolina’s LaNorris Sellers and Penn State’s Drew Allar are among the top prospects.

It's always a good bet that the first pick of the NFL Draft will be a quarterback, but putting any money on Arch Manning being that pick in 2026 isn't looking like a wise move.

Arch Manning will be eligible for the 2026 NFL Draft, but Archie Manning expects him to stay with the Texas football team.

Browns owner Jimmy Haslam expressed his thoughts that Manning would stay at Texas another year instead of entering the 2026 draft. Arch Manning's grandfather, Archie Manning, predicted the same scenario.