Archie Manning Net Worth, Real Estate Scam (FORBES)

Archie Manning’s net worth is $14 million USD as of 2024. Archie spent the majority of his 13-season tenure with the New Orleans Saints. His son Peyton is atleast 10 times more wealthier than Archie.

Loss in Real Estate Investment

You might think Archie has lot of money, looking at his net worth. But make no mistake, if not for some of worse financial decisions and investments, he could have been much richer.

In 1983, Manning along with Terry Bradshaw invested $4 million in a Manhattan real estate project after developers promised big returns.

As the project faced delays and financial backings fell through, Manning kept investing despite his doubts.

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By 1986, he discovered the developers had used his money for their own luxuries, faking documents and bribing officials.

When the scam was exposed, the developers vanished, and Manning lost everything, which severely dented his wealth.

Archie Manning Net Worth 2024

Full Name	Elisha Archibald Manning
Net worth	$14 million
Annual Income	$1.8 Million
Bank Balance	$900,000
Real Estate Assets	$2.9 Million

NFL Salary

Archie Manning’s salary during his NFL career was modest compared to today’s standards. In the early 1970s, NFL players’ salaries were significantly lower.

As a top draft pick in 1971, Manning’s initial salary with the New Orleans Saints was estimated to be around $50,000 per year, which was considered substantial for that era.

Throughout the 1970s, his salary increased gradually but remained relatively modest.

By the late 1970s and early 1980s, Manning’s salary had risen due to his performance and experience, reaching approximately $250,000 per year.

Highlights from Archie Manning’s Career

1. College Star: Played quarterback at the University of Mississippi, where he was an All-American and SEC Player of the Year.
2. NFL Draft: Selected 2nd overall by the New Orleans Saints in the 1971 NFL Draft.
3. Saints Struggles: Despite individual success, played for a struggling New Orleans Saints team for most of his career.
4. Pro Bowls: Named to the Pro Bowl twice (1978, 1979).
5. Durability: Known for his toughness, played through numerous injuries.
6. Team Changes: Traded to the Houston Oilers in 1982 and later played for the Minnesota Vikings.
7. Career Stats: Finished with 23,911 passing yards, 125 touchdowns, and 173 interceptions.
8. Retirement: Retired in 1984 after a 13-year NFL career.
9. Post-Retirement: Became a sports broadcaster and motivational speaker.
10. Legacy: Father of NFL quarterbacks Peyton and Eli Manning, contributing to a football dynasty.