The crossword solution for the term 'Football Player Manning' is ELI, which is a three letter word. ELI Manning is a former American football quarterback who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 16 seasons. He played college football at the University of Mississippi and was drafted as the first overall pick in the 2004 NFL Draft by the San Diego Chargers. He was traded to the New York Giants shortly after, where he spent the remainder of his career. During his time with the Giants, Manning led the team to two Super Bowl victories, making him one of the most successful quarterbacks in NFL history.