Yes, Olivia Manning, the mother of NFL quarterbacks Peyton and Eli Manning, played sports in college. She was a standout athlete at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss), where she played volleyball and was also involved in other sports during her time there. Her athletic background has been a point of pride in the Manning family.
American Football
Eli Manning played college football at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss).
Quarterback.
Payton Manning played collegiate football at the University of Tennessee.
Ole Miss
Archie Manning played for the University of Mississippi.
NFL player Peyton Manning played for Tennessee.
NFL player Eli Manning played for Mississippi.
Go to college
NFL player Danieal Manning played for Abilene Christian.
University of Tennessee.
NFL player Terrell Manning played for North Carolina State.