Shift in odds for the 2026 No. 1 draft pick due to Archie Manning's remarks
Arch Manning's NFL Draft Odds Take a Hit, Heisman Trophy Odds Remain Steady
Arch Manning's NFL Draft prospects have taken a hit following comments from his grandfather, Archie Manning, indicating that the Texas quarterback will spend at least two more years at the university.
According to reports, Manning's odds of being the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft have significantly dropped from around +200 or +270 to +850 at FanDuel Sportsbook. This shift in the betting market makes Manning a longshot for the first overall pick in 2026.
However, Manning remains the favourite to win the Heisman Trophy, with odds steady at +700 at FanDuel. LSU's Garrett Nussmeier and Clemson's Cade Klubnik trail behind, with odds of +900 each.
The Texas squad has earned a preseason No. 1 ranking in the Associated Press poll, and Manning is starting for the Longhorns in the 2022 season, replacing Quinn Ewers. Despite Manning's decision to stay in college longer, he is still viewed as a Heisman Trophy frontrunner for the 2022 season.
Archie Manning, the family patriarch, made it clear in a recent interview that Manning will not be a one-and-done starter. Manning, who was the second pick in the 1971 NFL draft, having played college football at Ole Miss, is known for his insight regarding his grandson's potential pro timetable.
In addition to Manning, Nussmeier has odds of +340 for the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, while Cade Klubnik from Clemson and Garrett Nussmeier from LSU have odds of +900 for the Heisman Trophy. LaNorris Sellers from South Carolina and Drew Allar from Penn State have odds of +380 and +470 respectively for the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Despite the shift in the NFL draft odds, the Texas Longhorns and their fans will be eagerly anticipating Manning's performance in the upcoming season. No specific information was provided about Manning's current performance or NFL readiness, but his decision to stay at Texas for at least two more years is a clear sign of his commitment to the team.
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