Legendary Giants GM Ernie Accorsi Dies at 84
Ernie Accorsi died Saturday, the New York Giants announced Sunday. He had a brief battle with cancer and was 84.
- Accorsi served as Giants GM from 1998 to 2006, succeeding George Young.
- 2 Lombardi Trophies came to New York after his retirement, both earning him a ring.
- 4 playoff berths and 2 NFC East titles marked his eight-year tenure.
- He previously served as GM of the Baltimore Colts and Cleveland Browns.
Why it matters: Accorsi's tenure reshaped the Giants franchise. His 2004 draft-day trade for Manning and hiring of Coughlin set up back-to-back Super Bowl wins in 2007 and 2011.
- He also drafted Osi Umenyiora, Justin Tuck, Chris Snee, and Brandon Jacobs.
- NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell credited Accorsi as co-chair of the General Managers Advisory Committee, calling him an invaluable voice for the league.
How 7 sources split on this story
Center coverage, 5 sources: The center focuses on Accorsi's standing across the full NFL, leading with Goodell's statement and his league-wide advisory role alongside his Giants legacy.
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What’s next: Manning said he called Accorsi every draft week for at least 12 years to thank him.
- Coughlin said the Manning trade 'will go down in Giants history as one of the great moves of all time.'
- What formal tributes or memorials the Giants organization will hold has not been announced.