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The hosts emphasize Manning's impressive statistics, including being the 11th all-time in passing yards and recognized as a two-time Super Bowl MVP. They argue that while his raw numbers might be scrutinized, the players ahead of him in the Hall of Fame conversation should not overshadow those accomplishments. Manning’s challenges competing in arguably the most competitive quarterback era in history, featuring legends such as Brady, Brees, and Rodgers, further complicate comparisons.
Bobby noted that there are currently only three quarterbacks ahead of Manning in the Hall of Fame, which places him in a unique context where many of those surpassing him are still active players. The glaring issue appears to be the perception of the era in which he played—arguably a blessing and a curse.