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Arch Manning has been at the center of the college football world, and on Saturday, he faces his first SEC test of the 2025 season. The redshirt sophomore will lead No. 9 Texas into the Swamp to take on the Florida Gators.

Manning is coming off a stellar performance against Sam Houston State, completing 18 of 21 passes for 309 yards and three touchdowns, while adding two more on the ground. On the season, he has completed 61.3% of his passes for 888 yards, nine touchdowns, and three interceptions.

Florida enters the matchup at 1-3 and struggling, but remains a challenging opponent for Manning and the Longhorns. The Gators, who began the year ranked No. 15 in the AP Poll, have fallen to top-ranked teams No. 3 LSU and No. 4 Miami, with quarterback D.J. Lagway and the offense combining for just 17 points in those contests.

The Gators defense is athletic, allowing 173.0 passing yards per game and 16.0 points per game, which is fifth in the SEC. Florida has already caused veteran quarterbacks in Garrett Nussmeier and Carson Beck to struggle. All this goes to show that Florida, though the record might show otherwise, is one of the tougher tests that Manning has faced in his college career.

The Sporting News is following all the action from Manning’s 2025 SEC debut in Gainesville. Follow along for updates on the quarterback’s play.

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Arch Manning stats today

• Completions: 4
• Pass attempts: 8
• Passing yards: 24
• TDs: 0
• INTs: 0
• Passer rating: 87.8
• Rushing yards: 18
• Rushing TDs: 0

This section will be updated at kickoff.

How did Arch Manning do today?

This section will be updated after Manning’s performance.

Arch Manning live updates, highlights from Texas vs. Florida

4:22 p.m.: Manning’s throwing arm was hit multiple times on the drive. While the quarterback did not show any noticeable signs of pain, he shook it out after getting hit. Florida, who has a 10-0, has pressured Manning multiple times.

4:19 p.m.: On 2nd & 9, Manning was crushed by the Gators defense, but was able to get the ball out for an incomplete pass. He tried hitting Livingstone on third down, but to no avail. Texas will punt for the second straight time to open the game.

4:18 p.m.: Facing a 3rd & 2, Texas once again trusts Manning on the ground. He takes it for a quarterback draw to the right to move the chains for the Longhorns.

4:13 p.m.: With the Florida offense scoring on its first two drives, Manning and the Texas offense has not seen the field much. On his first throw of the second drive, Manning fits one into Ryan Wingo for a five-yard completion as time expires in the first quarter.

Against Sam Houston, Wingo had four receptions for 93 yards and two touchdowns.

3:58 p.m.: On 3rd & 10, Manning tries to hit Livingstone but the two can’t connect. Texas punts on its first drive.

3:55 p.m.: Texas is across midfield, with Manning scrambling up in the pocket and taking it 14 yards down to the Florida 40.

3:53 p.m.: On his first pass attempt, Manning drops back on a play-action and hits Parker Livingstone on the right sideline. The quarterback starts off his day with a 14-yard completion.

3:48 p.m.: Florida scores a touchdown on the first drive, and Manning will take the field down 7-0. 

It has started to rain heavily in Gainesville, which will affect both quarterbacks’ passing ability.

3:36 p.m.: We are underway in Gainesville. D.J. Lagway and Florida will get the ball first, and Manning will have to wait.

3:32 p.m.: With kickoff only moments away, Manning and Texas are ready in Gainesville.

Arch Manning getting ready for Texas-Florida 👀 pic.twitter.com/hI3ha0UMxz

— Sports Illustrated (@SInow) October 4, 2025

Tune in for updates on the quarterback’s performance against a Florida defense that has given quarterbacks struggles up to this point.

3:00 p.m.: Manning wore headphones for warmups against Sam Houston, a change from recent weeks, and he threw for over 300 yards and three touchdowns. He brought them out again at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

Arch Manning entering the Swamp #HookEm pic.twitter.com/pRS8iSoVoD

— Darby Brown (@darbyjobrown) October 4, 2025

Where to watch Texas vs. Florida

Texas vs. Florida start time

• Date: Saturday, Oct. 4
• Time: 3:30 p.m. ET, 12:30 p.m. PT

Texas vs Florida will start at 3:30 p.m. ET on Saturday from Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. 

What channel is Texas vs. Florida on today?

Texas vs. Florida will be on ESPN this week. On the call will be Bob Wichusen with play-by-play, Louis Riddick as a color analyst and Kris Budden as a sideline reporter.

You can also stream the game live with the new ESPN app.

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Florida is one of many formidable opponents for Manning and co. as Texas gets into SEC play.

*Game will be played at a neutral site