Archibald Charles Manning (born May 19, 2005) is an American

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. He is a member of the

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High school career

In his freshman year, Manning was the varsity starter at quarterback, the first freshman quarterback to start Newman's season opener in at least 40 years. He shined in his debut, leading Newman to a 26-point victory. Manning completed his freshman season with 2,407 yards and 34 touchdowns, earning

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National Freshman of the Year honors. Manning opened his sophomore season by throwing for six touchdowns against David Guillot's defense at East Jefferson High School. On October 15, 2020, he made his national television debut in a game against Booker T. Washington, throwing for two touchdowns and rushing for two more. To avoid a

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, Manning's family has withheld him from media interviews and also declined premature college scholarship offers. He ran a private account on

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, allowing only friends and coaches to follow him, including Ole Miss head coach

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. He made his account public on June 23, 2022, when he committed to

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. "They've shut down everything," said one member of the local media, "but the attention is going to come." In his college search he visited SMU, Clemson, LSU,

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, and

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, as well as Ole Miss, his

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's,

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's, and

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's former team.

Personal life

A member of the

, he is the oldest son of

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, the grandson of

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, and the nephew of Peyton and Eli.

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Manning, Arch Living people American football quarterbacks Year of birth uncertain Isidore Newman School alumni

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Players of American football from New Orleans 2005 births