After a disappointing 4-12 season in 2003, Wellington Mara stepped in and made far-reaching changes. He brought in his guy, Tom Coughlin, to coach (despite others not to hot to trot regarding the hiring). Ernie Accorsi made sure to take advantage of dislike of the Chargers organization by the Manning camp by trading for his guy, Eli Manning, the kid Accorsi was sure about (going as far as to guarantee championships of him) out of the No. 4 overall slot.
The New York Football Giants made sure to get “their guys.” They were rewarded with two Vince Lombardi Trophies.