"There was a lot of sh— getting talked about our team, and I think they responded," Texas coach Steve Sarkisian said.

Arch Manning has had his fair share of struggles in the 2025 college football season, but he was exceptional against Sam Houston in Week 4. Manning put on a show against the Bearkats, completing 18-of-21 passes for 309 yards and three touchdowns,

Off the field, Loreal Sarkisian, wife of Texas coach Steve Sarkisian, marked the victory on Instagram on Sunday, posting images from the game with a message congratulating Manning and his teammates.

On an afternoon when Oklahoma counterpart John Mateer threw three interceptions, Arch Manning’s day looked positively immaculate.

The latest Manning quarterback staggers beneath the weight of his surname. He is Arch, by the way, not his grandpa Archie, not his uncle Eli and certainly not his uncle Peyton. He is still just 21 years old, and for all the privilege he inherited — and all the hype he invited — he deserves time to grow into himself.

Former Texas Longhorns running back Bijan Robinson encouraged Arch Manning to stay patient amid his turbulent season. Robinson also expressed confidence in Manning bouncing back.