Quinn Ewers injury status: CFB insider shares major development in Texas QB's health condition

Despite their Week 3 blowout win over UTSA, the Texas Longhorns suffered a major loss after quarterback Quinn Ewers was injured.

Following a routine second-quarter handoff, the Heisman hopeful was taken to the medical tent. Tests revealed he suffered a strained abdomen. Ewers did not return. ESPN writer and college football insider Pete Thamel posted breaking details of the QB's injury on X.

Per Thamel's report, Quinn Ewers will likely miss Texas' Week 4 matchup versus Louisiana-Monroe. The junior signal caller remains week-to-week.

Before his exit, Ewers continued his strong play against the Roadrunners while completing 14-of-16 for 185 yards and two touchdowns. With their QB1 out, Longhorns fans received a long-awaited look at backup Arch Manning.

Arch Manning erupts following Quinn Ewers' 2nd Quarter exit

With Ewers out, Arch Manning displayed his talent while guiding the Texas offense.

On his first play, Manning hit DeAndre Moore with a 19-yard touchdown strike to extend Texas' lead to 21-0. On the next drive, Manning took a read option 67 yards for a touchdown, extending the lead to 28-7.

Manning opened the second half with back-to-back touchdown drives, including a deep shot to Ryan Wingo for a 75-yard touchdown. Overall, Manning completed 9-of-12 for 223 yards and four touchdowns. He showed his athleticism on the ground, tallying three carries for 57 yards and a fifth touchdown.