Inside Scoop: Dianna Russini Uncovers Shocking Secrets Behind Arch Manning’s Draft Future

Here’s a question that’s been buzzing around the football world lately: Can a shaky start really derail the heir to the Manning dynasty? Watching Arch Manning sling a few wobbly passes against the Ohio State Buckeyes might have some folks raising eyebrows. Yet, from where I’m sitting, the NFL scouts seem utterly unfazed—actually, they’re more intrigued than ever. It’s almost as if Arch’s early jitters are just the opening act in a much bigger show, one where pedigree meets undeniable potential. After all, when your family name practically spells “football royalty,” would a single rough outing make teams suddenly lose interest? I’m not so sure. Let’s dig into what insiders like Dianna Russini are hearing about Arch’s draft stock—and why the next Manning might just need a bit more time before stepping fully into the limelight.

Three Mannings have found great success in the National Football League.

You can’t talk about football history without bringing up that last name.

That’s why it makes sense that everybody wants to get a piece of the next in line.

That’s also why it might take much more than a disappointing college start to make NFL teams write him off.

According to Dianna Russini of The Athletic, teams were unmoved and unbothered by Arch Manning‘s shaky game for Texas against Ohio State.

If anything, they like him even more.

Talking on the “Maggie and Perloff” show, the insider said NFL teams have been “drooling over him” and have done so much scouting that this isn’t going to mean much.

“I don’t get the sense that people around the league are out on Arch Manning. In fact, it’s the other way around,” Russini said.

"I don't get the sense that people around the league are out on Arch Manning. In fact, it's the other way around."@DMRussini says NFL evaluators haven't changed their view on Arch Manning as a future top draft pick following his disappointing season debut pic.twitter.com/sVLwXT7092

— Maggie and Perloff (@MaggieandPerl) September 2, 2025

Truth be told, that is likely the best way to look at this.

Manning was making his third college start, and he was on the road against the defending national champions.

Also, it seemed like the Texas staff was holding him back early in the game, and the training wheels should come off soon.

Manning has all the tools to be a worthy NFL successor to uncles Peyton Manning and Eli Manning and grandfather Archie Manning.

However, it’s also worth noting that Arch Manning isn’t certain to enter the 2026 NFL Draft.

So, even though his stock may not plummet, teams may have to wait a little longer before he gets that opportunity.

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