Eli Manning

Eli Manning, born on January 3, 1981, is a celebrated former professional football quarterback who made his mark in the National Football League (NFL) over a remarkable 16-season career with the New York Giants. As a member of the renowned Manning family, he is the youngest son of Archie Manning and the brother of fellow NFL star Peyton Manning, as well as Cooper Manning. Eli's football journey began at the University of Mississippi, where he played for the Ole Miss Rebels and earned prestigious accolades, including the Maxwell Award and the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award during his senior year.

In the 2004 NFL Draft, Manning was selected first overall by the San Diego Chargers but was traded to the New York Giants on draft day. His tenure with the Giants was marked by extraordinary achievements, most notably leading the team to two Super Bowl victories against the formidable New England Patriots in Super Bowls XLII and XLVI. The first of these victories is often hailed as one of the greatest upsets in sports history, as the wild card Giants triumphed over a Patriots team that had completed a perfect regular season. For his outstanding performances in both championships, Manning was named Super Bowl MVP, joining an elite group of players who have received this honor multiple times.

Throughout his career, Manning established himself as a cornerstone of the Giants franchise, holding records for passing yards, passing touchdowns, and completions. His durability was remarkable; he never missed a game due to injury and maintained a streak of 210 consecutive starts from 2004 to 2017, ranking as the third-longest consecutive starts streak for an NFL quarterback. By the time he retired, Manning ranked 11th all-time in both passing yards and passing touchdowns, solidifying his legacy in the sport.