Archie Manning is an American former football quarterback who spent the majority of his professional career with the New Orleans Saints. He is the father of three sons who have all gone on to become professional football players, including NFL quarterbacks Peyton Manning and Eli Manning. Manning was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1989 and the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2021. He is also a member of the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame.
Early Life
Archie Manning was born on May 19, 1949, in Drew, Mississippi. He was the son of Elizabeth and Elisha Manning and grew up in Drew. He attended Drew High School, where he starred as a quarterback and was named an All-State selection during his senior year. After high school, Manning attended the University of Mississippi, where he was a three-year starter and earned All-SEC honors three times. He was also named an All-American twice and was a finalist for the Heisman Trophy in 1970.
Professional Career
After college, Manning was drafted second overall by the New Orleans Saints in the 1971 NFL Draft. He spent the majority of his professional career with the Saints, playing for the team from 1971-1982. During his time with the Saints, he led the team to its first ever playoff appearance in 1979. He was also named to the Pro Bowl three times, in 1978, 1979 and 1981. Manning retired from the NFL in 1984 after spending his final season with the Houston Oilers.
Net Worth and Achievements
Archie Manning has an estimated net worth of $25 million. He earned most of his wealth from his professional football career, as well as his various endorsements and appearances in television and movies. He was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1989 and the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2021. He is also a member of the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame. Manning is the father of three sons who have all gone on to become professional football players, including NFL quarterbacks Peyton Manning and Eli Manning.
Archie Manning is one of the most successful and respected former football players in the history of the game. He is a member of the College Football Hall of Fame and the Pro Football Hall of Fame, as well as the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame. He is the father of three sons who have all gone on to become professional football players, including NFL quarterbacks Peyton Manning and Eli Manning. His estimated net worth is $25 million.
