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Arch Manning Nearly Suffered Season-Ending Injury After Tripping Over In Texas Tunnel
The clip sparked online debate as fans questioned whether Manning tripped over gear or was touched by a spectator.
On Saturday, Texas quarterback Arch Manning fell over a hidden videographer while exiting the tunnel before the Longhorns' season opener against Texas State, though he avoided injury and managed to play.
Viral videos of the fall prompted online speculation, with Barstool Longhorn claiming an "attempt was made" on Manning's season, though most observers agreed he simply tripped over equipment obscured by fog.
Despite the pregame fall, Manning threw for 304 yards and four touchdowns in the 59-7 rout of the Bobcats, connecting with transfers Cam Coleman and Hollywood Smothers for three scores.
Speaking to reporters on Monday, Manning laughed about the incident, calling it "a little bit of a shock" but noting it was "good to get the first hit before the game starts."
The early Heisman Trophy candidate now faces a significant test next week when the Longhorns play Ohio State in Austin, with the program pursuing its first national title since 2005.