Walker: 50 years ago, the Saints drafted Archie Manning — but it was nothing like you'd imagine, Saints

1977-10-02 New Orleans Saints vs Chicago Bears(Archie Manning 4 TDs)

1977-10-02 New Orleans Saints vs Chicago Bears(Archie Manning 4 TDs)

Saints History Archive: Archie Manning drafted by New Orleans

1971 - Archie Manning Wins First Career Start on Final Play

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Walker: 50 years later, Archie Manning reflects on that hot September day win in his Saints' debut, Rod Walker

Archie Manning reflects on debut with New Orleans Saints, sons as 'Monday Night Football' commentators

Archie Manning, New Orleans Saints Ring of Honor

On this day in #Saints history: Drafting Archie Manning 🎞 On January 28, 1971, the New Orleans Saints drafted quarterback Archie Manning as the second overall pick. The rest is history

Saints of the 1970s remembered for Archie Manning, near misses, Saints

Saints History: Archie Manning drafted by New Orleans