Archie Manning: The Patriarch of Football’s Most Famous Family
Introduction Archie Manning is a name that echoes across generations of American football fans. A former NFL quarterback and the father of legendary quarterbacks Peyton and Eli Manning, Archie’s legacy goes far beyond statistics — it’s about leadership, family, and perseverance. Early Life and College Career Born in Drew, Mississippi, in 1949, Archie Manning showed exceptional talent early on. At Ole Miss (University of Mississippi), he became a college football icon, known for his passing…