Arch Manning's odds to go No. 1 in the 2026 NFL Draft have dropped from shorter than 3-to-1 to longer than 8-to-1 following Archie's comments this week.

In a fast-moving 2026 NFL Draft landscape, LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier has emerged as the new betting favorite to go No. 1 overall -- a notable shift sparked by recent comments from Archie Manning, who cast doubt on grandson Arch Manning's early departure from Texas.

From Andrew Luck to Trevor Lawrence to Caleb Williams, there have been plenty of college football QBs that NFL teams have considered worthy enough to tank the season and try to land in the Draft. Many believe that Texas QB Arch Manning is the next tank-worthy player.