Are you a dad? Most dads would allow their kids to be in their deserved spotlight. I would be just as proud unseen. Oh, you can throw a punch however, there is a possibility your arm won't return. and I like Archie.
I'm a dad too, and I would let my son decide. Eli has been ripped up and down (undeservedly IMHO) by almost everyone in the 4 years he has played in the NFL. Maybe, he wanted his dad there to take some of the fake love that was coming off his back, so he could actually enjoy the win...