Texas Quarterback Arch Manning in Concussion Protocol
Texas quarterback Arch Manning didn’t practice on Monday and is in concussion protocol, coach Steve Sarkisian said during his weekly press conference.
Manning was forced to exit the Longhorns’ comeback win over Mississippi State in overtime after taking a hard hit.
During a 13-yard scramble, Manning was tackled by two defenders. One of the defenders made helmet-to-helmet contact with Manning before his helmet hit the turf with significant force.
What Happened to Arch Manning?
The incident occurred during the Longhorns’ game against Mississippi State, where Manning was trying to make a play. He was tackled by two defenders, and one of them made helmet-to-helmet contact with him, causing his helmet to hit the turf with significant force.
As a result, Manning was forced to exit the game, and backup quarterback Matthew Caldwell replaced him. Caldwell went on to throw the game-winning touchdown, a 10-yard pass to Emmett Mosley V.
NCAA Concussion Protocol
According to the NCAA’s concussion protocol checklist, any student-athlete must go through the following steps to return to play:
Step 1: Symptom-limited activities of daily living.
Step 2: Aerobic exercise with light resistance training as tolerated (no more than mild or brief exacerbation of symptoms).
2a: Light (up to approximately 55% maximum heart rate); then
2b: Moderate (up to approximately 70% maximum heart rate).
Step 3: Individual sport-specific exercise and activity without any risk of inadvertent head-impact exposure.
Proceed to Step 4 only after resolution of signs and symptoms related to the current concussion, including with and after physical exertion.
Step 4: Non-contact practice with progressive resistance training.
Step 5: Unrestricted practice or training.
Step 6: Unrestricted return-to-sport.
Impact on Upcoming Game
According to the NCAA’s concussion checklist, it is typical for each step to last at least 24 hours, which means Manning’s status vs. Vanderbilt on Saturday could be in doubt.
Manning is coming off a career outing against Mississippi State. He threw for a career-high 346 yards and three touchdowns while orchestrating a comeback from a 17-point fourth-quarter deficit.
The Longhorns will have to wait and see if Manning can recover in time for their next game, but for now, his status remains uncertain.
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Conclusion
In conclusion, Arch Manning’s concussion is a significant concern for the Longhorns, and his status for the upcoming game against Vanderbilt is uncertain. The NCAA’s concussion protocol is in place to ensure the safety of student-athletes, and Manning will have to go through the necessary steps to return to play.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What happened to Arch Manning?
A: Arch Manning was forced to exit the Longhorns’ game against Mississippi State after taking a hard hit. He was tackled by two defenders, and one of them made helmet-to-helmet contact with him, causing his helmet to hit the turf with significant force.
Q: What is the NCAA’s concussion protocol?
A: The NCAA’s concussion protocol checklist requires student-athletes to go through six steps to return to play, including symptom-limited activities, aerobic exercise, and non-contact practice.
Q: Will Arch Manning play in the next game?
A: Arch Manning’s status for the upcoming game against Vanderbilt is uncertain. He will have to go through the NCAA’s concussion protocol and be cleared by medical staff before he can return to play.
