AUSTIN (KXAN) — Arch Manning was getting hit from all angles against the Florida Gators in a 29-21 loss, and while he certainly didn't play perfectly, he still had obvious moments of growth in the eyes of his coach.

Manning finished the game 16-for-29 with 263 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions, but was sacked six times and hurried eight times. He also had to scramble when the pocket broke down, which happened often, resulting in 15 carries for 37 yards. He took plenty of punishment from the Florida defense, and head coach Steve Sarkisian said Manning "showed a lot of contact courage."

"I found out that he's a tough dude," Sarkisian said. "He fought his a-- off Saturday, and those were not ideal conditions for a quarterback to perform under. Are there a couple of throws I'm sure

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