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The Sporting News on Twitter: "Congrats to Chargers legend Eli Manning on announcing his retirement today. https://t.co/9VQtrBK5Sg" / Twitter
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Quarterback Eli Manning, from the University of Mississippi, holds up a San Diego Chargers jersey after being chosen by the Chargers as the first overall pick in the 2004 NFL Draft, at
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Eli Manning finally reveals why he refused to play for Chargers after they took him with the top pick in 2004 - CBSSports.com
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Chargers News: Eli Manning was “worried about the Chargers organization” in 2004 - Bolts From The Blue
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NFL on Twitter: "10 years ago today... Eli Manning told the @Chargers thanks, but no thanks. #NFLDraft #SportsTBT http://t.co/MJx1I3ewFb" / Twitter
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Forever linked by 2004 NFL draft, Giants QB Eli Manning and Chargers QB Philip Rivers to meet in 'The 0-4 Bowl' - New York Daily News
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