As the No. 1 Texas Longhorns prepare to kick off their SEC play against the injury-riddled Mississippi State Bulldogs, the team is facing uncertainty surrounding their starting quarterback. Reports indicate that Quinn Ewers is not expected to play due to a strained oblique, making him a game-time decision. In his absence, Arch Manning is anticipated to make his second start. Head Coach Steve Sarkisian has stated that the decision on who will start at QB will be announced by Friday, hinting at the complexities he faces amid the ongoing injury issues. With Derek Williams also ruled out and two additional players added to the injury report, Texas is left navigating a challenging situation as they enter their first SEC game of the season.