Peyton Manning announced his support for the Texas Longhorns in the upcoming game against his alma mater, the Tennessee Volunteers.
I asked Peyton Manning about 9/26, when Texas travels to Knoxville to play Tennessee. Who will Peyton root for?
Manning says, “I love my university… but nothing’s more important to me than my family.” @LockedOnSEC pic.twitter.com/SkISiTkPfS
— Chris Gordy (@ChrisGordy) June 26, 2026
During the Manning Passing Academy, the Tennessee legend emphasized that familial bonds take precedence over school loyalty. His nephew, Arch Manning, is the starting quarterback for Texas.
Manning recounted a conversation with a young camper who asked whom Peyton would support in the upcoming match. When the camper expressed a preference for his school over his family, Peyton clarified that individuals differ in this regard.
“Look, I love my university, my alma mater. Support them unconditionally. But nothing is more significant to me than my family, and when your nephew is participating, I support him very ardently every Saturday. It is a straightforward choice…”
