Eli Manning

American football quarterback, two-time Super Bowl MVP

Eli Manning - American football quarterback, two-time Super Bowl MVP
Born

January 3rd, 1981
44 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A former professional American football quarterback, played most of career for the New York Giants in the National Football League (NFL). In 2004, selected as the first overall pick in the NFL Draft by the Giants. Achieved significant success during tenure, highlighted by victories in Super Bowl XLII and Super Bowl XLVI against the New England Patriots. Garnered Super Bowl MVP honors in both championship games. Retired from professional football in 2020 after 16 seasons in the league.

Won Super Bowl XLII and XLVI

Selected as first overall pick in 2004 NFL Draft

Named Super Bowl MVP twice

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