Tom Brady discusses the pressure faced by young quarterbacks like Arch Manning
“Back then, players had the ability to fail when no one was watching, to develop that resilience within themselves. So I think it’s a real challenge today for these young players because Arch Manning, you know, seems like a great kid and a great player,” Brady commented, highlighting the differences from his own time at Michigan.
The influence of family and resilience in Manning career
Tom Brady pointed out that Arch Manning has the advantage of coming from a family with an NFL legacy, but warned that this also raises expectations.
“Peyton had many years to develop. Eli had many years to develop and, you know, I was a college player too, and I wasn’t the best quarterback back then. How people remember me after my professional career was very different from how I remembered myself after my college career,” Brady explained.
Meanwhile, Arch Manning remains focused on the field and does not let rumors about his starting position distract him.
Despite criticism about his accuracy and footwork, the young quarterback stated that he focuses on what he can control and strives to give his best in every game.
Patience and resilience: keys to developing college football, according to Tom Brady
Tom Brady also emphasized that resilience and patience are key to facing this kind of pressure, especially in a college environment where media expectations are more intense than ever.
Guidance from figures like Brady can be crucial for Manning to navigate his 2025 season with confidence.
