Does La. really like the Mannings?

skymike · 10-10-2012, 06:45 AM

LB, I'm a Texan, so this post doesnt really count. This is an Exhibition Opinion.

Archie was the face of the Saints, and put the franchise on the map. There should be a statue of Archie outside the Superdome. There should have been a float in the Super Bowl Parade for the Mannings, even though Peyton was our opponent. Once XLIV was over, I was, again, a fan of
Peyton Manning. Im also happy for Eli Manning and his well deserved Super Bowl Rings. I hope people remember Cooper's exploits on the field, before he was forced to retire early. I hope he is successful now. And Olivia Manning has a graceful elegance befitting a First Lady.

Archie used to be the color commentator for Saints Radio, as his popularity was huge for years after he was traded to the Oilers. Also I remember a fan party -- the "Official Who Dat Fan Club-- who's president was Pete Fountain -- a fan party in the Hilton, Riverside--- huge ballroom, Benson was there shaking hands, so were the Saintsations. Well Archie showed up
to speak, and in 1988, fans still chanted "Archie! Archie! Archie!

The Mannings are a family of winners, and they represent the Gulf South well, starting with Archie. I would like to see Archie get the love and respect he deserves.

Saint_LB · 10-10-2012, 06:51 AM

Originally Posted by skymike

LB, I'm a Texan, so this post doesnt really count. This is an Exhibition Opinion.

Archie was the face of the Saints, and put the franchise on the map. There should be a statue of Archie outside the Superdome. There should have been a float in the Super Bowl Parade for the Mannings, even though Peyton was our opponent. Once XLIV was over, I was, again, a fan of
Peyton Manning. Im also happy for Eli Manning and his well deserved Super Bowl Rings. I hope people remember Cooper's exploits on the field, before he was forced to retire early. I hope he is successful now. And Olivia Manning has a graceful elegance befitting a First Lady.

Archie used to be the color commentator for Saints Radio, as his popularity was huge for years after he was traded to the Oilers. Also I remember a fan party -- the "Official Who Dat Fan Club-- who's president was Pete Fountain -- a fan party in the Hilton, Riverside--- huge ballroom, Benson was there shaking hands, so were the Saintsations. Well Archie showed up
to speak, and in 1988, fans still chanted "Archie! Archie! Archie!

The Mannings are a family of winners, and they represent the Gulf South well, starting with Archie. I would like to see Archie get the love and respect he deserves.

I guess what I'm trying to find out is why nobody ever wanted either of Archie's kids to play for the Saints...or am I wrong about that. It is also possible that it is just a Manning thing. You either love 'em or hate 'em. So many people say the same thing regarding looks and demeanor. I just thought it was an interesting topic...that's all.

skymike · 10-10-2012, 06:54 AM

SaintsBro · 10-10-2012, 07:41 AM

Originally Posted by Saint_LB

I guess what I'm trying to find out is why nobody ever wanted either of Archie's kids to play for the Saints...or am I wrong about that.

People did, there was some talk about it at the time...but mostly from kinda homeristic or simplistic fans, unrealistic fans, sentimental types, the kind I call the "bring back Darren Sharper" crowd today, the fans who wanted to re-sign Deuce as a running back and put him in for one play in the Super Bowl (and yes, I really did hear someone say that).... The Saints were middle of the pack at the time, 8-8, 7-9 type teams, not good, not especially bad, so they didn't really have a shot at drafting either of the Mannings anyway, it was never a very realistic scenario.

Saint_LB · 10-10-2012, 07:45 AM

Originally Posted by SaintsBro

People did, there was some talk about it at the time...but mostly from kinda homeristic or simplistic fans, unrealistic fans, sentimental types, the kind I call the "bring back Darren Sharper" crowd today, the fans who wanted to re-sign Deuce as a running back and put him in for one play in the Super Bowl (and yes, I really did hear someone say that).... The Saints were middle of the pack at the time, 8-8, 7-9 type teams, not good, not especially bad, so they didn't really have a shot at drafting either of the Mannings anyway, it was never a very realistic scenario.

Thanks for the feedback, Bro. I do believe you are correct when you mentioned that the situation never really presented itself...other than some sort of blockbuster trade, like Ernie Acorsi pulled-off in '04 to get Eli.

Who was QB for the Saints in '04...AB?

jeanpierre · 10-10-2012, 12:52 PM

Originally Posted by skymike

LB, I'm a Texan, so this post doesnt really count. This is an Exhibition Opinion.

BS, you're a Saints Fan!

Originally Posted by skymike

Archie was the face of the Saints, and put the franchise on the map. There should be a statue of Archie outside the Superdome. There should have been a float in the Super Bowl Parade for the Mannings, even though Peyton was our opponent.

Here! Here!

Originally Posted by skymike

Once XLIV was over, I was, again, a fan of
Peyton Manning. Im also happy for Eli Manning and his well deserved Super Bowl Rings. I hope people remember Cooper's exploits on the field, before he was forced to retire early. I hope he is successful now. And Olivia Manning has a graceful elegance befitting a First Lady.

They're one of the first families of New Orleans!

Originally Posted by skymike

Archie used to be the color commentator for Saints Radio, as his popularity was huge for years after he was traded to the Oilers. Also I remember a fan party -- the "Official Who Dat Fan Club-- who's president was Pete Fountain -- a fan party in the Hilton, Riverside--- huge ballroom, Benson was there shaking hands, so were the Saintsations. Well Archie showed up to speak, and in 1988, fans still chanted "Archie! Archie! Archie!

He's still my favorite Saint!

Originally Posted by skymike

The Mannings are a family of winners, and they represent the Gulf South well, starting with Archie. I would like to see Archie get the love and respect he deserves.

Their generosity and support in the community is the standard for all good New Orleanians!

Great Post, Mike. Reflects the way many of us love and appreciate Archie and his family in South Louisiana.

10-10-2012, 06:45 AM	#1
skymike E. Side Cholo Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: The Barrio, H-town Posts: 6,089	Re: Does La. really like the Mannings? LB, I'm a Texan, so this post doesnt really count. This is an Exhibition Opinion. Archie was the face of the Saints, and put the franchise on the map. There should be a statue of Archie outside the Superdome. There should have been a float in the Super Bowl Parade for the Mannings, even though Peyton was our opponent. Once XLIV was over, I was, again, a fan of Peyton Manning. Im also happy for Eli Manning and his well deserved Super Bowl Rings. I hope people remember Cooper's exploits on the field, before he was forced to retire early. I hope he is successful now. And Olivia Manning has a graceful elegance befitting a First Lady. Archie used to be the color commentator for Saints Radio, as his popularity was huge for years after he was traded to the Oilers. Also I remember a fan party -- the "Official Who Dat Fan Club-- who's president was Pete Fountain -- a fan party in the Hilton, Riverside--- huge ballroom, Benson was there shaking hands, so were the Saintsations. Well Archie showed up to speak, and in 1988, fans still chanted "Archie! Archie! Archie! The Mannings are a family of winners, and they represent the Gulf South well, starting with Archie. I would like to see Archie get the love and respect he deserves. Saint_LB and Budsdrinker like this.

10-10-2012, 06:51 AM	#2
Saint_LB Deuce Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 2,894	Re: Does La. really like the Mannings? Originally Posted by skymike LB, I'm a Texan, so this post doesnt really count. This is an Exhibition Opinion. Archie was the face of the Saints, and put the franchise on the map. There should be a statue of Archie outside the Superdome. There should have been a float in the Super Bowl Parade for the Mannings, even though Peyton was our opponent. Once XLIV was over, I was, again, a fan of Peyton Manning. Im also happy for Eli Manning and his well deserved Super Bowl Rings. I hope people remember Cooper's exploits on the field, before he was forced to retire early. I hope he is successful now. And Olivia Manning has a graceful elegance befitting a First Lady. Archie used to be the color commentator for Saints Radio, as his popularity was huge for years after he was traded to the Oilers. Also I remember a fan party -- the "Official Who Dat Fan Club-- who's president was Pete Fountain -- a fan party in the Hilton, Riverside--- huge ballroom, Benson was there shaking hands, so were the Saintsations. Well Archie showed up to speak, and in 1988, fans still chanted "Archie! Archie! Archie! The Mannings are a family of winners, and they represent the Gulf South well, starting with Archie. I would like to see Archie get the love and respect he deserves. I guess what I'm trying to find out is why nobody ever wanted either of Archie's kids to play for the Saints...or am I wrong about that. It is also possible that it is just a Manning thing. You either love 'em or hate 'em. So many people say the same thing regarding looks and demeanor. I just thought it was an interesting topic...that's all.
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10-10-2012, 06:54 AM	#3
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SaintsBro Site Donor Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: in line with my ridiculous CLEAR PLASTIC BAG Posts: 3,650 Blog Entries: 3	Re: Does La. really like the Mannings? Originally Posted by Saint_LB I guess what I'm trying to find out is why nobody ever wanted either of Archie's kids to play for the Saints...or am I wrong about that. People did, there was some talk about it at the time...but mostly from kinda homeristic or simplistic fans, unrealistic fans, sentimental types, the kind I call the "bring back Darren Sharper" crowd today, the fans who wanted to re-sign Deuce as a running back and put him in for one play in the Super Bowl (and yes, I really did hear someone say that).... The Saints were middle of the pack at the time, 8-8, 7-9 type teams, not good, not especially bad, so they didn't really have a shot at drafting either of the Mannings anyway, it was never a very realistic scenario. Saint_LB and skymike like this.

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Saint_LB Deuce Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 2,894	Re: Does La. really like the Mannings? Originally Posted by SaintsBro People did, there was some talk about it at the time...but mostly from kinda homeristic or simplistic fans, unrealistic fans, sentimental types, the kind I call the "bring back Darren Sharper" crowd today, the fans who wanted to re-sign Deuce as a running back and put him in for one play in the Super Bowl (and yes, I really did hear someone say that).... The Saints were middle of the pack at the time, 8-8, 7-9 type teams, not good, not especially bad, so they didn't really have a shot at drafting either of the Mannings anyway, it was never a very realistic scenario. Thanks for the feedback, Bro. I do believe you are correct when you mentioned that the situation never really presented itself...other than some sort of blockbuster trade, like Ernie Acorsi pulled-off in '04 to get Eli. Who was QB for the Saints in '04...AB?
Saint_LB Deuce Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 2,894

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jeanpierre Site Donor 2018 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Thibodaux Posts: 43,543 Blog Entries: 39	Re: Does La. really like the Mannings? Originally Posted by skymike LB, I'm a Texan, so this post doesnt really count. This is an Exhibition Opinion. BS, you're a Saints Fan! Originally Posted by skymike Archie was the face of the Saints, and put the franchise on the map. There should be a statue of Archie outside the Superdome. There should have been a float in the Super Bowl Parade for the Mannings, even though Peyton was our opponent. Here! Here! Originally Posted by skymike Once XLIV was over, I was, again, a fan of Peyton Manning. Im also happy for Eli Manning and his well deserved Super Bowl Rings. I hope people remember Cooper's exploits on the field, before he was forced to retire early. I hope he is successful now. And Olivia Manning has a graceful elegance befitting a First Lady. They're one of the first families of New Orleans! Originally Posted by skymike Archie used to be the color commentator for Saints Radio, as his popularity was huge for years after he was traded to the Oilers. Also I remember a fan party -- the "Official Who Dat Fan Club-- who's president was Pete Fountain -- a fan party in the Hilton, Riverside--- huge ballroom, Benson was there shaking hands, so were the Saintsations. Well Archie showed up to speak, and in 1988, fans still chanted "Archie! Archie! Archie! He's still my favorite Saint! Originally Posted by skymike The Mannings are a family of winners, and they represent the Gulf South well, starting with Archie. I would like to see Archie get the love and respect he deserves. Their generosity and support in the community is the standard for all good New Orleanians! Great Post, Mike. Reflects the way many of us love and appreciate Archie and his family in South Louisiana. Saint_LB likes this.

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