Being ranked No. 1 means more than just bragging rights. It places Texas squarely in the national spotlight while also setting the Longhorns up as the team everyone wants to beat. This is even more significant as the Longhorns start their second season in the SEC, where every week is a test against elite opponents.

Arch Manning may be the first name on the list of Heisman Trophy favorites of a lot of college football reporters and fans.

"Lacks the ideal measurements, but enters senior season with an impressive 31-5 record and has led his team to two-straight state title game appearances in the Yellowhammer State’s highest classifica...