{
  "id": 7585921,
  "title": "Eli Manning interview: From NY Giants QB to a massive NFL fan",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/15/eli-manning-interview-from-ny-giants-qb-to-a-massive-nfl-fan",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-15T16:18:37.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "SB Nation",
    "slug": "sb-nation",
    "url": "https://www.sbnation.com/nfl/1128476/eli-manning-interview-ny-giants-nfl-fan"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Former NFL quarterback Eli Manning, a two-time Super Bowl Champion and MVP, recently shared his thoughts on the NFL season with me. The Giants QB reflected on his journey from playing games to now being an ambassador for football fandom.\n\nManning discussed his new partnership with Jameson, which is sponsoring America’s Biggest Round. This campaign offers a $5 million bar tab for fans attending local bars on game days. According to Manning, the program celebrates fans who support their teams by gathering at bars during football matches.\n\nThe NFL star revealed that he is actively rooting for the New York Giants this season, but he has a history of supporting various teams. Over the years, Manning has cheered for the New Orleans Saints (his father's team), Indianapolis Colts (his brother's team), Denver Broncos (Peyton's team), Ole Miss (his alma mater), New York Giants (his current team), and now the University of Texas.\n\nManning's enthusiasm for football is evident as he prepares to participate in America’s Biggest Round. The former player emphasized how much fun the experience is, especially when surrounded by fellow fans enjoying a smooth drink. Manning's partnership with Jameson underscores the connection between football and camaraderie, highlighting the importance of shared experiences in the sport.",
  "summary": "Once upon a time Eli Manning spent the first Sunday of NFL seasons actually playing NFL games. He is a two-time Super Bowl Champion and MVP so that obviously tracks. On this particular season-opening Sunday, Eli spent part of his Sunday talking to me. We joked about how his New York Giants were getting set […]",
  "key_points": [
    "Former NFL QB Eli Manning shares thoughts on NFL season",
    "Giants QB partners with Jameson for America’s Biggest Round",
    "Manning roots for NY Giants, supports multiple teams throughout career"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}