Arch Manning has been in the public eye since high school, as the quarterback is the latest Manning to pursue football as a career.
It was only a matter of time before Arch's social life became a potential story on social media. The Texas quarterback has been at the center of a bunch of internet rumors regarding his relationship status entering his third year in Austin.
However, just because those rumors are prevalent doesn't mean they are true. Here's a check on what is true and what is not regarding Manning's relationship status.
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Who is Arch Manning's girlfriend?
Arch Manning is not publicly confirmed to be in a relationship, although that hasn't stopped people from speculating online. TikTok and Facebook users have connected Manning to Texas softball player Vanessa Quiroga, but there is no evidence at the moment that the two are in a relationship.
The story appears to have started from a story on BoomLyrics.com, published on May 19, that Manning and Quiroga were engaged. However, that website specializes in African entertainment and music stories, not necessarily college athletics.
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Arch Manning age
Arch Manning is 21 and set to enter his third season with Texas, as he is expected to take over as the team's starting quarterback in the fall.
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Who is Vanessa Quiroga?
Vanessa Quiroga is a senior utility player on the Texas softball team who has spent her entire four-year career in Austin. She is originally from Corpus Christi, Texas and has played in 84 games in the past four years, including a career-high 37 this past season.
Through her time at Texas, Quiroga has primarily served as a pinch hitter, only starting in 28 games in four seasons.
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Vanessa Quiroga stats
| Year | Games | At Bats | BA | HRs | RBIs | Hits |
| 2022 | 9 | 10 | .100 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 2023 | 29 | 47 | .383 | 3 | 11 | 18 |
| 2024 | 9 | 9 | .333 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 2025 | 37 | 16 | .242 | 4 | 15 | 15 |