​Kevin Jairaj-Imagn ImagesOklahoma’s Brent Venables gives Arch Manning glowing praise before Red River Showdown appeared first on ClutchPoints. Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here.Oklahomua football is now preparing for the highly anticipated Red River showdown against Texas football. Before the rivalry game, Sooners head coach Brent Venables had no hesitation in praising the young Texas quarterback, Arch Manning.When asked about Manning, Venables was quick to weigh in on the immense talent and ability he sees in the Longhorns quarterback.“He’s a really good player. Arch is a fantastic talent. He’s got a cannon for an arm, can really run, too. He’s got no weaknesses when it comes to his talent. Great player, great competitor. The guy has won a lot. He’s got all the right tools in the toolbox,” Venables said.Watch sports LIVE with fuboTV (free trial)Manning has helped Texas get off to a perfect 4-0 start this season while keeping the Longhorns at the top of the national rankings. His ability to step up and make important plays when the stakes are highest has emerged as one of the biggest storylines of Texas’s season so far.Through four games, Manning has completed 73 of 115 pass attempts for 862 yards, seven touchdowns, and three interceptions. During the 2025 season, Manning helped lead Texas to a 10-3 record while completing 248 of 404 passes for 3,163 yards and 26 touchdowns.As the nephew of NFL legends Eli Manning and Peyton Manning, Arch has undoubtedly taken another step forward from his first season as Texas’ starter. Despite his noticeable development, his performances this season have not yet completely silenced skepticism surrounding him.The 2026 season is still developing, and Manning has plenty of football remaining to prove himself. His journey has not been without its challenges, but Texas has continued to win. Let’s see whether the young quarterback can once again impress Venables in the upcoming showdown.Related: 2027 NFL Draft QB rankings: Austin Simmons continues his riseRelated: Steve Sarkisian breaks down how Texas football can beat Oklahoma in Red River Rivalry