Quinn Ewers has had a tumultuous season for the Texas Longhorns. He led the program to back-to-back College Football Playoff appearances through the years. But in 2024, his excellence was cut short due to an injury hiccup mid-season. Also, he recorded one of his worst plays against Georgia a few weeks back. A total of 25 touchdowns and 2,665 yards with a 66.2 completion percentage, regardless of all odds, showcases his superior archetypal. But unfortunately, it can’t change the fact that his days are unofficially over in Texas after this season. Thanks to Arch Manning. But what’s next for Ewers? Will he return to college for another year or take a shot at the NFL?

Ewers stands at a critical point in his career where he has to make a decision. He has one year left in his collegiate eligibility. However, most things point towards one direction: the Longhorns are going to start with Arch Manning next year. That makes sense, as well, as the QB2 demonstrated how he could help open up the Texas defense, unlike Ewers- relatively less reliable with his legs.

We saw a glimpse in the SEC Championship game when facing a strong secondary of the Bulldogs, Steve Sarkisian couldn’t scheme his offensive weapons open for Ewers. Result? The offense never got going despite Ewers getting decent passing yards amid a host of interceptions that titled the momentum toward Kirby Smart’s side. Where do we stand now? Well, Ewers is going to start for Texas in the playoffs. That game against Clemson? He’s going to be the QB1. However, beyond that, nothing is for certain.

On the December 20 episode of That SEC Football podcast, senior college football reporter Trey Wallace joined the show to discuss the future of several SEC QBs, including Quinn Ewers. The host got our attention when he asked Wallace about the Longhorns’ QB. “Notre Dame, specifically, I’ve already heard has got an offer for Quinn Ewers if he wants it. Have you heard any of the stuff on those guys?”

“I have,” said Wallace. That’s huge, right? Of course, this doesn’t mean that Ewers will choose Notre Dame. You can always reject an offer. It’s all in his court now.

As per Wallace, ”Quinn Ewers would have to make that decision. Am I going to risk going to the NFL and potentially dropping to the second, third round? Or do I go, make, I don’t know, four million over a year and a half, something like that to go play at school like Notre Dame or go play, you know what? So yeah, those conversations are happening right now, and I think a lot of it is probably going to come, I would say, after the second round of the playoffs.”

But there is a point about Notre Dame. Head coach Marcus Freeman has done well in keeping the Fighting Irish relevant but he hasn’t taken a quarterback and turned them into an NFL prospect. Ian Book was drafted and Sam Hartmann was drafted to the UFL and signed with the Washington Commanders. But he doesn’t have one make that impact or been given a chance in the NFL.

He said that there might not be any rigorous movement coming on this right now as players can wait for the spring portal to choose between the NFL and another college football factory to shine on. Trey also cleared that Arch Manning will, in no way, stick to the bench anymore. Sarkisian still keeps his faith in Quin Ewers, but at any time, he may succumb to the pressure, as Manning gives him a lot of reasons to do so.

Manning has the talent, enormous fan support, and sublime blood to be turned to. He’s just coach Sarkisian’s one decision away from taking the center stage at Texas. In two years with the Longhorns, Manning put together nine touchdowns and 969 yards with a 66.3 completion percentage. The 6-foot-4 added four touchdowns and 107 yards on 24 carries to his stupendous stat count this season. A clear successor of Quinn Ewers! Meanwhile, another college football analyst has his clear take on the matter.

Bobby Burton has slammed the talks of Ewers’ transfer to another college football program. “Just to be clear: Quinn Ewers is going two places,” Burton said. “1) The College Football Playoffs. 2) Then, the next stop is the NFL Draft. Put an end to the idiots of X,” Burton wrote on his X just a week back. So, how did the once Texas Longhorns’ beating heart react to his career jeopardy?

Quinn Ewers doesn’t seem bothered about the chaos surrounding his future

Quinn Ewers has long dreamed of donning the orange jersey and making big plays. He worked his heart off for it and nailed the top-tier position on the Forty Acres. He has starred in a national Dr Pepper commercial, graced the cover of EA Sports College Football 25, and amassed more names, images, and likeness deals over the years.

But life has not been very kind to him lately. In an injury-riddled season, his NFL stock came down to a significant low. He is no longer the first-round pick for any league. The player was not at his full strength as he is yet to heal from the hurt in his ankle received during a win over Kentucky on Nov. 23.

But he’s doing better than before. Coach Sarkisian noted before the first playoff against Clemson Tigers, the QB phenom practiced without the brace. A good sign for his movement. When asked about the looming uncertainty over his future, Ewers said he is just focusing on getting back on his strength and winning games right now. He regretted nothing about his salty season at all.

”Man, it’s all just been a learning experience, and nothing’s really been super miserable for me,” said the Longhorns QB. His firm positivity can turn into a massive reality shift if Texas hoists the trophy in January. Assuming Ewers holds the key to an overwhelming offense, he will have a chance to rewrite his future in Texas or beyond.