Texas coach Steve Sarkisian saw quarterback Arch Manning bounce back in a 38-7 win over San Jose State, saying this game showcased more of Manning’s style.
— A week after Arch Manning struggled in a loss at Ohio State, Texas coach Steve Sarkisian saw his quarterback bounce back in a 38-7 win over San Jose State and said this game showcased more of Manning’s style.
Manning matched a career high with four touchdown passes, going 19-of-30 for 295 yards, and added a 20-yard touchdown scramble, tiptoeing down the left sideline at the end of the third quarter.
« I thought today was a byproduct of the week of work. He played aggressive throughout the week. He studied the game plan. He knew exactly what we were trying to do, and I thought today he played more of his style », Sarkisian said. « He extended plays, used his legs, scrambles for a touchdown. That’s the style of player that he is. »
On several plays, Manning rolled out and found receivers. A few of his passes were dropped, with Sarkisian saying Texas « didn’t catch the ball great for him. » But Sarkisian was pleased that Manning made plays when things broke down.
« Him playing his game and not trying to play at somebody else’s style of game, I think it is important for him », Sarkisian said.
