Although the Texas Longhorns will skip a traditional spring game this year, they will host a free Fan Day on April 26 at Memorial Stadium—giving fans, including those eager to meet stars like Arch Manning, the chance to get autographs and photos—following head coach Steve Sarkisian’s recent remark that a full spring game wouldn’t be ideal for developing new talent.
Texas joins a growing number of elite programs canceling their spring games—like Nebraska, whose coach Matt Rhule cited tampering concerns—raising doubts about the tradition’s future and leaving Longhorns fans mixed as they await quarterback Arch Manning’s debut as a starter after two seasons as a backup.
Last year’s spring game saw Manning throw three touchdown passes—giving fans a glimpse of his potential for this fall—while this April, UT supporters will have the chance to snag a photo and autograph from the rising star.
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