Mon Sep 23 17:43:41 UTC 2024: ## Texas QB Quinn Ewers’ Return Uncertain, Still Questionable for Mississippi State Game

**AUSTIN, TEXAS -** Texas Longhorns starting quarterback Quinn Ewers took a step towards his return to the field on Monday, participating in practice after sustaining an oblique strain during the Longhorns’ victory over UTSA on September 14th. However, his status for Saturday’s SEC opener against Mississippi State remains uncertain.

Head coach Steve Sarkisian confirmed Ewers’ participation in practice but stopped short of confirming his return to the starting lineup. “He’s gotta do enough to show me he can play,” Sarkisian said. “We’ve got a game plan, can he execute the game plan? That’s really the truth. I wanna make sure he’s healthy enough to play at a high level. I was impressed with where he was today.”

Ewers’ return hinges on his ability to fully recover and demonstrate his readiness to execute the game plan. He is currently listed as questionable for the game, with a definitive decision expected to be made later this week.

Arch Manning, who took over for Ewers against UTSA and made his first career start last Saturday, remains poised to lead the offense if Ewers is unable to play. Manning completed 15 of 29 passes for 258 yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions in his first start.

With the Longhorns entering their first SEC game of the season, the team’s quarterback situation will be closely monitored as they prepare for a challenging matchup against Mississippi State.

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