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.
