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Mara/Manning Conspiracy Theory

subatomicTemplar : 9/30/2024 11:22 am
First post here, been reading for a long time, hello everyone!

Given what we know happened with Archie Manning/Eli/John Mara in 2003, is there in any way a non-zero chance that Archie and John are colluding again to get Arch on the Giants?

Arch looks promising, and he’ll come out in the 2026 draft undoubtedly as a top choice barring injury. Schoen and Daboll were signed to 5 year deals in 2022, so they’d have a year left on their deals when Arch comes out, so will Jones on his deal. This would give Arch an emotionless NY media stalwart to learn from, and give Daboll one more shot with a competent passer. And, if Daboll and Schoen are given the boot - which GM+coach duo wouldn’t want to coach the prodigal son?

Even more so, is it possible that Mara was so pissed about losing Saquon because he wanted Saquon to be “Tiki” for Arch?

These are just ramblings and give Mara too much credit for masterminding this scheme, but I don’t think it’s completely a 0% chance.
We’ll,  
CJW_Wales : 9/30/2024 11:28 am : link
I think you got the zero percent chance bit right :-)
I think we're overstating the Manning's infatuation  
Section331 : 9/30/2024 11:32 am : link
with the Giants. Archie and Eli didn't hold out on SD just to come to the Giants, they just didn't want to play for that org. Would Eli have held out if another team made the trade other than the Giants? I doubt it.

I have no doubt that the Manning's appreciate ow Eli was treated by the franchise and are fond of the organization, but the idea that they are planning on where Arch should go more than a year from now is pretty silly.
I'd said for years.  
FStubbs : 9/30/2024 11:34 am : link
The only way Arch Manning is a Giant is either if something goes really wrong with the Giants or with Arch Manning.

The odds are still remote but getting just a little less remote by the week.
entertaining...  
knowledgetimmons : 9/30/2024 11:36 am : link
to think about. I would be curious to hear what is said in Mara's office this week, or even this past offseason.

Daboll isn't coaching like his job is on the line. That's a fact. I imagine both Schoen and Dabs are safe, and that they've been affirmed by Mara. But it's only a theory.

Arch looks great, but there are no sure things at QB, especially in NY.
I think  
Eric from BBI : Admin : 9/30/2024 11:38 am : link
that is the first time I've seen the words Mara and mastermind used together.
RE: I'd said for years.  
4xchamps : 9/30/2024 11:39 am : link
In comment 16631401 FStubbs said:
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The only way Arch Manning is a Giant is either if something goes really wrong with the Giants or with Arch Manning.

The odds are still remote but getting just a little less remote by the week.


For years? He's 19....
John Mara is a lot of things  
Mike from Ohio : 9/30/2024 11:39 am : link
and I am sure he would love to have Arch Manning be a Giant.

But he is not scheming behind the scenes to do it. He is an honest man who would follow the rules. So no, there is a 0% chance Mara is doing anything other than hoping Arch Manning is a Giant.
we would have to full tank  
Dankbeerman : 9/30/2024 11:51 am : link
for 2 years to be in the conversation to get him.

Its not hard to punt on the rest of 24 after a 1-3 start but to give up on 25 already is a problem.
RE: RE: I'd said for years.  
FStubbs : 9/30/2024 11:54 am : link
In comment 16631412 4xchamps said:
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In comment 16631401 FStubbs said:


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The only way Arch Manning is a Giant is either if something goes really wrong with the Giants or with Arch Manning.

The odds are still remote but getting just a little less remote by the week.



For years? He's 19....


And he's been hyped since he was early in high school.
Conspiracy theories are the...  
BMac : 9/30/2024 11:56 am : link
...hobgoblins of small minds.
Why wait 2 more years?  
PatersonPlank : 9/30/2024 11:57 am : link
Plus there is now way to know where we pick in that draft, we may not be high enough. Take a QB now
Add me to the group that doesn't believe there is a conspiracy for all  
Ira : 9/30/2024 11:59 am : link
the above reasons.
If all this happens  
Biteymax22 : 9/30/2024 12:00 pm : link
I'll really start to believe the NFL is scripted and it was planned years ago by the league.

I have a hard time seeing us not take a QB this coming draft.
As  
jtfuoco : 9/30/2024 12:03 pm : link
Typical for the Giants the timing is not going to line up unless the Giants go after FA QB this offeason like a Donald or try to trade for cousins as a bridge and draft a QB in 26. With a top 5 pick in this draft maybe you the shoot for Hunter this go around.
Arch Manning  
JoeyBigBlue : 9/30/2024 12:10 pm : link
Is 3 years away. Stop with this nonsense of throwing away 3 seasons for a kid named Manning.
The best time to exit Jones deal is at the end of this year  
GiantBlue : 9/30/2024 12:14 pm : link
I have to figure they are going QB at the top of the draft in 2025.

But like the Eagles, we can draft a top QB and introduce him into the games mid-season, 2025...lose enough that we can position ourselves for Arch and actually have two solid QB's where for years we have had none.

Then we can have flexibility and tradeability.

Zero Percent is best guess  
CV36 : 9/30/2024 12:30 pm : link
In fact with the condition of this organization I wouldn't be surprised if they treated the Giants with Arch like they dd the chargers with Eli. Why the hell would they want him here. They will want a situation where there is a coach they like and an organization that's committed to a culture of winning. A place that will build a good team around him. They dont usually pick high but somewhere like Pittsburg. I wish it were not true but unless there are drastic changes in the next two years I cant see him wanting to play here. Also he would be in the shadows of Eli. Just cant see it. I do think who has the top pick in 2026 and 2027 could influence when he comes out. If its a team he doesnt want he returns to school. If its the spot they want he comes out after his junior year. Ultimately before any of this matters we have to see what he becomes as a college QB. That part is yet to be determined.
It would be a tough road for Arch as a Giant  
US1 Giants : 9/30/2024 12:34 pm : link
Always being compared to Eli's two Super Bowl wins would be unfair. I hope he plays in the AFC and not with the Jets.
Yes I think this rumor has legs.  
Beef Wellington : 9/30/2024 12:38 pm : link
I also hear Johnny Boy is willing to build a new stadium and move out of the toaster can swamps for him.

Lets get it done!
Saquon will be pretty much shot  
eric2425ny : 9/30/2024 12:44 pm : link
by the time Arch is drafted. He’s in his seventh season now and that’s at least two years away.

I don’t think Barkley would be part of any Arch conspiracy theory.
RE: It would be a tough road for Arch as a Giant  
81_Great_Dane : 9/30/2024 12:47 pm : link
In comment 16631509 US1 Giants said:
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Always being compared to Eli's two Super Bowl wins would be unfair.
This. In the EXTREMELY unlikely event that there's some sort of behind-the-scenes maneuvering going on to steer Arch Manning to a particular team (in the 2026 draft!!), it's more likely to steer him away from the Giants than toward the Giants, and probably away from the Colts as well. Why would Arch Manning want any part of a comparison with either of his uncles?

This is fun for us talk about but it's not grounded in how people really think and behave.
The current Giants are more dysfunctional than the 2004 Chargers  
widmerseyebrow : 9/30/2024 12:51 pm : link
so why would Archie try to hold another team hostage to come to New York? This is what being a fan of this team has come to.
......  
CoughlinHandsonHips : 9/30/2024 12:59 pm : link
We're always a few years late in adjusting to roster build trends

QBs are too expensive to be given as long a leash as they used to have (I mean - people reference Phil Simms in this regard)

Other teams cut bait early. Giants are learning the hard way.
Just observe the Met Life stadium’s delivery entrance….  
thrunthrublue : 9/30/2024 1:04 pm : link
Look for a truck marked Aerion Chairs……there is going to be a bunch of broken ones that need replacing before that draft.
RE: I think  
BigBlueBuff : 9/30/2024 1:50 pm : link
In comment 16631409 Eric from BBI said:
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that is the first time I've seen the words Mara and mastermind used together.

This made me spit out my drink!
Why would Arch Manning want to come to NYG?  
Sean : 9/30/2024 1:53 pm : link
He'd live in Eli's shadow and constantly be compared to him.
Our sucking  
56goat : 9/30/2024 1:57 pm : link
is independent of any future player wishlist. In fact, if Mara had tried to orchestrate a scheme like that, we'd probably be undefeated!
Just wait...  
IchabodGiant : 9/30/2024 1:57 pm : link
Arch will end up in Philly. They will recognize Hurts isn't the answer, and start maneuvering to be in position to get him.

In the meantime, we will be in year 8(?) of Jones?

Awesome!
RE: Arch Manning  
IchabodGiant : 9/30/2024 1:58 pm : link
In comment 16631469 JoeyBigBlue said:
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Is 3 years away. Stop with this nonsense of throwing away 3 seasons for a kid named Manning.


2 years, right? I'm assuming he'll declare for the 2026 draft.
Imagine if Schoen  
JFIB : 9/30/2024 2:01 pm : link
Decided to trade away our 1st round pick in the upcoming draft just to begin to stockpile picks to trade up for Arch.
RE: I think  
SFGFNCGiantsFan : 9/30/2024 2:30 pm : link
In comment 16631409 Eric from BBI said:
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that is the first time I've seen the words Mara and mastermind used together.


LOL.
2027 NFL Draft  
Jim in Tampa : 9/30/2024 5:10 pm : link
After finishing 0-17 the NY Giants have the first pick in the draft.

Right before the draft Arch Manning and grampa Archie hold a press conference to let everyone know, that they've met with the Giants ownership and asked them not to draft Arch.

"We prefer that Arch goes to a more stable team" said Archie Manning, before adding... "and one that doesn't suck ass!"

Giants management could not be reached for comment, as they were too busy sucking ass.
RE: 2027 NFL Draft  
56goat : 9/30/2024 8:14 pm : link
In comment 16632034 Jim in Tampa said:
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After finishing 0-17 the NY Giants have the first pick in the draft.

Right before the draft Arch Manning and grampa Archie hold a press conference to let everyone know, that they've met with the Giants ownership and asked them not to draft Arch.

"We prefer that Arch goes to a more stable team" said Archie Manning, before adding... "and one that doesn't suck ass!"

Giants management could not be reached for comment, as they were too busy sucking ass.


0-17, but all we need to do is get more weapons for Daniel.
no chance  
The Jake : 9/30/2024 8:16 pm : link
we planned this in advance, but it’ll be a convenient excuse/fallback when we get there.
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