Eli Manning Explains Why the Chargers Were Never Really an Option for Him

Eli Manning explains why the Chargers were never really an option for him

Twenty-two years later, Eli Manning finally just told the full story.

Eli Manning Reveals Why He Refused to Sign with Chargers After They Drafted Him No. 1 in 2004 NFL Draft

"I just didn't feel like they were the most committed team to winning at the time," Manning, 45, saidEli Manning, 45, reveals why didn't play for the Chargers after being selected as their number 1 overall pick during the 2004 NFL draftCredit: Erik Pendzich/ShutterstockNEED TO KNOWEli Manning said a gut feeling led him to decline playing for the Chargers after being drafted in 2004Manning recalled witnessing friction among Chargers leadership du…

Eli Manning Finally Explains Why He Refused To Play for the San Diego Chargers After Being Drafted No. 1 Overall

More than two decades after one of the most controversial NFL Draft moments ever, Eli Manning is finally opening up in detail about why he refused to suit up for the San Diego Chargers after they selected him with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2004 NFL Draft. And according to Manning, the decision came down to one thing: A bad feeling about the organization. During an appearance on the “Bussin’ With The Boys” podcast, the two-time Super Bowl cha…