History of Archie Manning in Timeline

Archie Manning is a former NFL quarterback best known as the patriarch of the Manning football family. He played 14 seasons in the NFL, primarily for the New Orleans Saints. Despite playing on mostly unsuccessful teams, Manning was a two-time Pro Bowl selection. More significantly, he is the father of Super Bowl-winning quarterbacks Peyton and Eli Manning, establishing a legacy of football excellence within his family.

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May 19, 1949: Elisha Archibald Manning III Born

On May 19, 1949, Elisha Archibald Manning III, later known as Archie Manning, was born. He went on to become a professional football quarterback and the patriarch of the Manning football dynasty.

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1950: SEC Quarterback of the Quarter Century

Archie Manning was named SEC Quarterback of the Quarter Century (1950–75) by several publications.

1967: Selected in the Major League Baseball Draft

In 1967, Archie Manning was first selected in the Major League Baseball draft by the Braves, highlighting his versatility as an athlete.

October 4, 1969: Record-Setting Performance Against Alabama

On October 4, 1969, Archie Manning threw for 436 yards and three touchdowns, also rushing for 104 yards, in a game against Alabama. His performance set Southeastern Conference (SEC) records for passing yards, completions and total offense.

1969: Awards and Recognition

In 1969, Archie Manning was named Mississippi Sportsman of the Year, received the Nashville Banner Trophy as Most Valuable Player in the Southeastern Conference (SEC), won the Walter Camp Memorial Trophy, and was fourth in the Heisman Trophy voting.

1969: SEC Player of the Year and Walter Camp Memorial Trophy

In 1969, Archie Manning won SEC Player of the Year and the Walter Camp Memorial Trophy while playing college football for the Ole Miss Rebels.

1969: Father's Death

In the summer of 1969, Archie Manning's father, Buddy Manning, died by suicide. This event deeply impacted Archie, who considered dropping out of college to support his family.

1970: All-SEC Team Selection and Heisman Trophy Voting

In 1970, Archie Manning was named to the All-SEC team for the second consecutive year and finished third in the Heisman Trophy voting. He was also inducted into Omicron Delta Kappa at Mississippi.

1971: Drafted by the New Orleans Saints

In 1971, Archie Manning was drafted by the New Orleans Saints and played for the team for ten full seasons.

1971: Induction into the University's Hall of Fame

In 1971, Archie Manning was inducted into the University's Hall of Fame.

1971: Selected in the Major League Baseball Draft by the Royals

In 1971, Archie Manning was selected in the Major League Baseball draft by the Royals.

1971: Selected Second Overall in the NFL Draft

In 1971, Archie Manning was selected second overall in the NFL draft by the New Orleans Saints, marking the beginning of his professional football career.

1972: League Leader in Pass Attempts and Completions

In 1972, Archie Manning led the league in pass attempts and completions and led the National Football Conference in passing yards, even though the team's record was only 2–11–1.

September 23, 1974: Quote about Jack Youngblood

On September 23, 1974, Archie Manning told the Los Angeles Times that Jack Youngblood was nice enough to pick him up every time he knocked him down.

1976: Shoulder Surgery and Radio Booth Position

In 1976, Archie Manning sat out the entire season after corrective surgery on his right shoulder, later spending the second half of the season in the team's radio booth after Dick Butkus left his position.

1978: NFC Player of the Year

In 1978, Archie Manning was named the NFC Player of the Year by UPI after leading the Saints to a 7–9 record. He was also named All-NFC by both the UPI and The Sporting News that year.

1978: Pro Bowl Selection

In 1978, Archie Manning was selected to the Pro Bowl, recognizing his performance and contributions during the season.

1979: Second Pro Bowl Selection

In 1979, Archie Manning was selected to the Pro Bowl for the second consecutive year, marking another achievement in his career.

1979: Saints Reach .500

In 1979, the New Orleans Saints reached .500, marking the only season they finished higher than third in the division during Archie Manning's tenure.

1982: Joins the Houston Oilers

In 1982, Archie Manning joined the Houston Oilers.

1982: No. 8 Jersey Not Reissued

Since Archie Manning left the New Orleans Saints midway through the 1982 season, his No. 8 jersey has not been reissued, effectively retiring it in honor of his contributions.

1983: Continues with Houston Oilers and Joins Minnesota Vikings

In 1983, Archie Manning continued with the Houston Oilers and later joined the Minnesota Vikings.

1984: Career End with the Minnesota Vikings

In 1984, Archie Manning concluded his 13-year NFL career with the Minnesota Vikings.

1988: Inaugural Inductee of New Orleans Saints Hall of Fame

In 1988, Archie Manning was an inaugural inductee of the New Orleans Saints Hall of Fame, recognizing his contributions to the team.

1989: Induction into Various Halls of Fame

In 1989, Archie Manning was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame and honored as the inaugural inductee into the Gator Bowl Hall of Fame, recognizing his contributions to college football and the Gator Bowl.

1989: Inducted to College Football Hall of Fame

In 1989, Archie Manning was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame, recognizing his achievements in college football.

1991: Induction into M-Club Hall of Fame

In 1991, Archie Manning was inducted into the M-Club Hall of Fame.

1998: Inducted into Sigma Nu Hall of Fame

In 1998, Archie Manning was inducted into the Sigma Nu fraternity Hall of Fame, recognizing his involvement with the fraternity during his time at Ole Miss.

2001: Jack Youngblood's Hall of Fame Induction

In 2001, Jack Youngblood was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Archie Manning joked that Youngblood's career would not have been as successful without him.

2007: Silver Buffalo Award

In 2007, Archie Manning was awarded the Silver Buffalo Award by the Boy Scouts of America for his service to youth on a national basis.

2007: UPS Spokesman

In 2007, Archie Manning was hired as a spokesman for a United Parcel Service contest to promote its "Delivery Intercept" service.

2007: Sports Illustrated Article

In 2007, Sports Illustrated senior writer Paul Zimmerman wrote that opposing defensive linemen, "Jack Youngblood in particular" as well as most of the division rival Rams, were known to take it easy on the poorly protected Manning and not hit him as hard as they could.

2008: Eli Manning Wins Super Bowl XLII

In 2008, Eli Manning, Archie's son, won Super Bowl XLII and was named the MVP.

2012: Eli Manning Wins Super Bowl XLVI

In 2012, Eli Manning, Archie's son, won Super Bowl XLVI and was named the MVP for the second time.

2012: Total Offense Record Broken

In 2012, Johnny Manziel broke Archie Manning's Southeastern Conference (SEC) record for total offense, which had stood for 43 years since October 4, 1969.

October 2013: Selection to College Football Playoff Committee

In October 2013, Archie Manning was selected as one of the inaugural members of The College Football Playoff Selection Committee, recognizing his expertise in college football.

2013: New Orleans Saints Ring of Honor Induction

In 2013, Archie Manning was inducted into the New Orleans Saints Ring of Honor, further solidifying his legacy with the team.

2014: Stepped Down from College Football Playoff Committee

In 2014, Archie Manning stepped down from the College Football Playoff Committee due to health reasons.

2017: Induction into the Sugar Bowl Hall of Fame

In 2017, Archie Manning was inducted into the Sugar Bowl Hall of Fame, honoring his achievements in the Sugar Bowl.

2018: Renaming of the Byron "Whizzer" White NFL Man of the Year Award

In the fall of 2018, the Byron "Whizzer" White NFL Man of the Year Award was renamed in honor of Alan Page.

2021: Peyton Manning Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame

In 2021, Peyton Manning, Archie's son, was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, recognizing his successful NFL career.

2023: Arch Manning Joins University of Texas Football Team

In 2023, Arch Manning, Cooper's son and Archie's grandson, joined the University of Texas football team as the top-rated high school quarterback in his class.