Retired New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning is one of seven individuals ‘who helped shape the tradition of the Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic and college football history.
Manning will be honored with induction into the Cotton Bowl Classic Hall of Fame during enshrinement ceremonies on Thursday at AT&T Stadium.
Honored to be going into the Cotton Bowl HOF today. pic.twitter.com/lXQxz252Hy
— Eli Manning (@EliManning) May 11, 2023
From the official news release:
The honorees in the 13th Hall of Fame class include former Florida State defensive back Terrell Buckley, Texas A&M quarterback Edd Hargett, Auburn linebacker Will Herring, Ole Miss quarterback Eli Manning, Past CBAA Chairman Fred McClure, Missouri head coach Gary Pinkel, and Missouri tailback Tony Temple.
These seven honorees will add their names to a group that has grown to 85 men and women who have left an indelible mark on the Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic, one of America’s original bowl games.
“There is nothing quite like our Hall of Fame celebration,” said Dave Brown, Chair, Cotton Bowl Athletic Association. “It is a special time where we have a chance to relive great moments from the past and honor those truly exceptional people who have built our game’s traditions. Anyone who loves college football should make plans to join us for this memorable celebration in May. It’s going to be a fun day for everyone.”
Manning played in the 2004 game for Ole Miss versus Oklahoma State, a 31-28 win, where he passed for 259 yards and two touchdowns on 21-of-31 attempts with an interception.
