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Jets fans must accept the Arch Manning dream is likely over (for now)

The days of mock drafts linking Texas quarterback Arch Manning to the New York Jets are on hold amid his continued struggles on the field.

Published: Thursday, 22 October 2026 at 10:00 PM
Jets fans must accept the Arch Manning dream is likely over (for now)
Key Things to Know
  • The Jet Press argues Jets fans should abandon hopes of the team selecting Arch Manning in the 2027 draft.
  • Rumors and analysts suggest Manning might remain at Texas rather than declaring for the draft.
  • Analyst Mike Luciano projected the Jets will use the No. 6 overall pick on Notre Dame's CJ Carr.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Jet Press argues that New York Jets fans should move on from the idea of drafting Texas quarterback Arch Manning in 2027. Amid consecutive losses at Texas and rumors suggesting he might not declare for the upcoming draft, analysts project Manning may remain in college as a fifth-year senior.

Writer Jake Elman highlights analyst Mike Luciano's mock draft, which instead projects the Jets to select Notre Dame quarterback CJ Carr with the No. 6 pick. Elman suggests Jets supporters turn their attention toward other prospective college quarterbacks, including Carr, Miami's Darian Mensah, and Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss.

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