Isidore Newman quarterback Arch Manning is the No. 1 player in the 2023 class, per 247Sports.
He also happens to be the grandson of NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Archie Manning and the nephew of NFL greats Eli and Peyton Manning.
Arch’s background and playing ability has been garnering attention from the top programs in the country, including Georgia football.
UGA head coach Kirby Smart took a trip to Louisiana to watch Newman and Manning take on Berkeley Prep on Friday night.
Georgia coach Kirby Smart getting an up-close view of Newman QB Arch Manning before his nationally televised game against Tampa, Fla. Berkeley Prep at Lupin Field on Friday night. pic.twitter.com/vHHvjaohVH
— Jeff Duncan (@JeffDuncan_) October 23, 2021
Manning showed Smart a glimpse of just how athletic he really is with this 68 yard touchdown run.
Arch Manning showing off the wheels on a long TD run 💨💨 pic.twitter.com/daWgxFhUDy
— On3 Recruits (@On3Recruits) October 23, 2021
The top 2023 prospect finished with 200 yards through the air and another score, completing 16 of 32 pass attempts on the night.
Manning said he was impressed by his visit to Georgia to watch the Bulldogs take on Arkansas in Athens on Oct. 2.
His leaders are Texas, Georgia, Alabama, Clemson and Ole Miss.
Georgia fans have a message for No. 1 2023 recruit Arch Manning pic.twitter.com/52SU3Pi36E
— College Football HQ (@NCAAFootballHQ) September 19, 2021