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Texas Longhorns Coach’s Shocking Quinn Ewers Update Ignites Rivalry Tension
The Texas Longhorns have stormed into the 2024 college football season with a spotless 5-0 record, cementing their place as the No. 1 team in the nation. Their impressive start has come despite several injuries to key players on both offense and defense, including a notable absence: starting quarterback Quinn Ewers.
Ewers, who has been sidelined for the last two and a half games due to an abdominal strain, has been a major talking point as Texas prepares for their upcoming showdown with Oklahoma in Week 7. The injury opened the door for backup quarterback Arch Manning, who stepped in and delivered strong performances, offering fans a glimpse of the future as Ewers eyes an NFL career.
As the Longhorns gear up for the Red River Rivalry, head coach Steve Sarkisian addressed Ewers’ status on Monday, sparking speculation about who would take the helm against Oklahoma. Sarkisian spoke positively of Ewers’ condition following Texas’ bye week, indicating that the time off seemed to benefit the recovering quarterback.
Sarkisian gave his opinion on Ewers’ progress
I thought he looked good coming off the bye,” Sarkisian remarked, emphasizing that they plan to “monitor him daily” while assessing his progress. However, the head coach didn’t offer a definitive commitment, opting for caution instead. Despite this, Sarkisian added that if the game were to happen immediately, he’d feel “comfortable” starting Ewers, a statement that has led to widespread anticipation among fans.
Though Sarkisian hinted that Ewers is likely to suit up against Oklahoma, Texas’ plans remain under wraps. How Ewers handles increased reps throughout the week will ultimately determine his fate for the crucial matchup – but all indications suggest that the quarterback could make his much-anticipated return just in time for one of college football’s biggest rivalry games.
