Eli Manning Says He’ll Root for Nephew Arch in Texas-Ole Miss Game

Arch Manning, a highly touted quarterback, chose to play for the Texas Longhorns, joining a family lineage that includes his uncle Peyton Manning’s tenure at the Tennessee Volunteers and his grandfather Archie and uncle Eli’s history at Ole Miss. The upcoming Texas-Ole Miss matchup in October pits Arch against his grandfather’s alma mater.

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Speaking on the *Pardon My Take* podcast, former New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning explained that his loyalty in the game will be to family rather than his former school.

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• “I have maybe two years to root for my nephew in college,” — Eli Manning

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• “Nothing is more important to me than my family,” — Peyton

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Eli’s comments clarify that, for the duration of Arch’s college career, he intends to cheer for the Longhorns, despite his personal ties to Ole Miss. This family-first stance may influence how fans of both programs perceive the rivalry, especially given the game’s potential impact on College Football Playoff positioning later in the season.

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