Texas QB Arch Manning’s Unexpected Foot Surgery: What It Means for His Spring Practice Comeback

Arch Manning, the Texas quarterback who’s been turning heads all season, recently went under the knife for a foot surgery — yep, even the stars have to deal with setbacks. The Longhorns announced it’s a minor fix, a proactive step to nip a previous injury in the bud, though they kept the finer details under wraps. Manning’s not expected to sit out long; he should be back in spring practice, albeit with some limitations during the off-season drills. Now, given how he racked up over 3,000 passing yards and an impressive tally of touchdowns in his first full year leading Texas, this news definitely caught my eye. Remember, Texas came in as preseason No. 1 but stumbled to a No. 12 finish, missing the College Football Playoff — yet they closed strong with a Citrus Bowl victory over Michigan, capped by Manning’s electrifying 60-yard touchdown dash. That combination of grit and skill makes this recovery one to watch closely. LEARN MORE.

AUSTIN, Texas — Texas quarterback Arch Manning had foot surgery and will be limited in off-season workouts, the school announced. He is expected to return for spring practice.

Texas officials called the procedure “minor” and said it was a “preventative measure to address a previous injury.” The school provided no other details.

Manning passed for 3,163 yards and 26 touchdowns and ran for 10 touchdowns last season, his first as the Longhorns’ full-time starter.

Texas was the preseason No. 1 and finished ranked No. 12. The Longhorns missed the College Football Playoff and went 10-3 with a Citrus Bowl win over Michigan that included Manning’s 60-yard game-clinching touchdown run.