To many New York Giants fans, retired quarterback Eli Manning should have been a slam-dunk first-ballot Hall of Famer. However, as is now known, not enough of the 40+ Hall of Fame voting committee members saw it that way.

Giants legend Eli Manning, who also played for Ole Miss, has already admitted he likes Dart to The New York Post last week. “I’ve been around him and [he’s] been a great kid, been in the same offense for three years and been successful,” Manning said. “Seen him grow and progress and seems to be able to make all the throws.’’

Eli Manning will have to wait at least one more year.

Eli Manning's credentials are Hall of Fame-worthy, but unfortunately, they weren't good enough for him to get into Canton in his first year of eligibility.

T he segment of New York Giants fans who believe Eli Manning should have been a first ballot selection to the Pro Football Hall of Fame was reacted with indignation to his Class o