Texas’ favorite, Matthew McConaughey, the Hollywood heartthrob and die-hard Texans fan, has always been deeply riding with the university. From sideline antics to team events, you’ll find him somewhere in between those. McConaughey’s love for the Longhorns is undeniable. His frequent appearances on the sidelines, cheering on the team and offering words of wisdom, have become a staple of Texas football. Look at his take on the current quarterback dilemma at the Longhorns.

In November 2024, Matthew McConaughey went on the FanDuel and shared his thoughts on the team’s quarterback situation, specifically the dynamic duo of Quinn Ewers and the highly touted famous redshirt freshman Arch Manning. The Hollywood star believes that having two such talented quarterbacks is a luxury few programs can afford. “Man, that’s a helluva situation to be in. Having a one-two punch like that is a dream come true,” McConaughey remarked.

McConaughey recognizes the fierce competition between the two quarterbacks.“Arch is back there, I’m sure he’s pushing Quinn.” This healthy rivalry will make quarterbacks elevate their game. While Quinn Ewers is currently the team’s starting quarterback, the presence of Manning adds an extra layer of competition. This fierce competition promises to elevate Ewers to new heights.

McConaughey has been struck by Ewers’ skill in performing under pressure.“You know Quinn, look, it’s his team right now. He is the quarterback. He’s a great talent. I like when he steps up,” the actor praised. Just Imagine Matthew McConaughey backing you amid heat around you, this should give enough motivation for Ewers to win it all. Ewers has shown significant improvement in his pocket presence, especially when facing pressure from the edge. “A lot of those rushes against Georgia did come from the edge, now a lot of rushes against Michigan that came from the edge, what Quinn did really well is he stepped up in the pocket to elude those outside rushes and made a lot of completions.” This level of acknowledgement and analysis only shows that McConaughy knows the ball. He’s the real one for that.

The Future of Texas Football

The future of Texas football is a wild ride. With Ewers at the helm, the Longhorns have shown flashes of brilliance, but inconsistency has been their kryptonite. The Longhorns now hold the 7th spot in the poll with a 7-1 record, and they’re close to securing a playoff position. The Longhorns HC Steve Sarkisian must come up with some solution for Ewers’ inconsistency, especially this late in the season. The only hurdle that the Longhorns have to jump in on the week finale against their rival 15th-ranked Texas A&M Aggies (7-2). That game determines the Ewers’ draft stock.

One thing’s for sure: Ewers’ future is bright. If he continues to develop and improve, he could be a top NFL draft pick. The only issue here is, that time is not on Ewers’ side, and Arch Manning got all the time in the world. But with Arch Manning breathing down his neck, Ewers knows he can’t rest on his laurels.

The Longhorns fans have already turned their back on Ewers and committed to Arch hype train. The competition between those two quarterbacks is a good problem to have for the Texas fans. Let’s be real. It’s been a minute since the Longhorns were a powerhouse in college football. This season is the closest they got to their glory days in almost two decades. The Longhorns have a chance to reclaim their glory days. But they’ll need to overcome and prove themselves in this last quarter of the season. The future of Texas football is uncertain, but one thing’s for sure: can’t wait to see how it unfolds.