Eli Manning says father 'didn't like the idea' of forcing trade to Giants
Eli Manning revealed that his father, Archie Manning, was not in favor of his decision to force a trade from the Chargers to the Giants during the 2004 NFL Draft. Despite this, Archie supported Eli publicly after the decision was made. Eli emphasized that his father's initial disapproval did not influence his choice.
- ▪Eli Manning forced a trade to the New York Giants during the 2004 NFL Draft.
- ▪Archie Manning, Eli's father, was against the decision but later supported his son publicly.
- ▪Eli clarified that his father's disapproval did not impact his final choice.
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