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Super Bowl and bust! Eli's a lock for Hall

February 5, 2012 11:28 PM By NEIL BEST neil.best@newsday.com

Quick ReadManning now must be considered the greatest offensive player in the history of New York football, writes Neil Best.

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Photo credit: AP | New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning holds the Vince Lombardi Trophy after Super Bowl XLVI. (Feb. 5, 2012)

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It was a drive into history, a loud statement engineered by a quiet man who now must be considered the greatest offensive player in the history of New York football.

Elite? Calling Eli Manning that at this stage would be to insult him with understatement.

This is more to the point: Welcome to Canton, Easy E! Someday, that is.

First, take some time to celebrate...

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