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Marshall Manning, son of Peyton Manning, makes Baylor School debut on ESPN2

Marshall Manning, son of Peyton Manning, officially debuted as a freshman quarterback for the Baylor School in a nationally televised game.

By · Published August 23, 2026  01:41 UTC · Updated August 23, 2026  13:33 UTC

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Marshall Manning, son of Peyton Manning, made his high school football debut for Baylor School. The freshman quarterback completed his first pass in the game, which was broadcast on ESPN2.

Epilogue added 46d ago, after coverage quieted.

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  • Primary Driver: Marshall Manning, son of Peyton Manning, officially debuted as a freshman quarterback for the Baylor School in a nationally televised game.
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Marshall Manning appeared in his first high school football game for the Baylor School in Chattanooga, Tennessee, on Thursday, August 20, 2026. The 16-year-old freshman entered the contest against Brentwood Academy, marking his entry into TSSAA competition. Footage of the quarterback completing his first pass during the game circulated online following the event.

Coverage from outlets including USA Today, The Tennessean, and Bleacher Report documents the debut, which was broadcast on ESPN2. While the attention centered on the younger Manning, reports from Fox News also noted the performance of a running back on the opposing team during the same matchup. Following the conclusion of this game, the team's schedule continues under the TSSAA.

Coverage does not yet specify the upcoming opponents or the team's plans for roster management throughout the remainder of the freshman's season.

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The obvious questions

Who is Marshall Manning?

He is a freshman high school football player and the son of Peyton Manning.

Where did the debut take place?

The game was held at the Baylor School in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Was the game broadcast?

Yes, the match against Brentwood Academy was aired on ESPN2.

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