Patriots sign Manning

Cooper Manning was a wide receiver in high school, and was All-State and en route to Ole Miss before his injury issues derailed his career. He has previously said he has no regrets, but 15 years later, he has decided to give it one more go.

Manning can pretty much throw a spiral, which he estimates will be good for about 3,000 yards and at least 20 touchdown passes to Randy Moss. He realizes that he’s obviously not Tom Brady, but that he still has a good shot to be an All-Pro.

“If Matt Cassel can do it, I can do it,” Manning said. “I think that’s pretty clear.”

Belichick said he’s optimistic about the team’s latest move.

“It came down to Ashley Manning, who is Peyton’s wife, and Cooper Manning,” Belichick said. “Ashley probably has a better arm and definitely understands the game better, but Cooper was cheaper, so we went with him. If he can’t get the job done, though, Ash, you’re next in line.”

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Labels: Archie Manning, Ashley Manning, Bill Belichick, Cooper Manning, Eli Manning, Football, New England Patriots, NFL, Peyton Manning, quarterback, Randy Moss, Spinal Stenosis, Tom Brady

Posted on September 20th, 2008

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