Ranking the top 50 quarterbacks in NFL history…

25. Eli Manning

Drafted first overall by the San Diego Chargers in 2004 out of Ole Miss but immediately traded to the New York Giants for Philip Rivers and picks, Manning spent his entire 16-year career with the Giants, becoming synonymous with clutch performances despite ups and downs.

Manning took over as starter mid-rookie year in 2004, leading New York to four playoff appearances in his first decade. His defining moments came in Super Bowls: In 2007, he engineered a 17-14 upset over the undefeated New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLII, throwing for 255 yards and two touchdowns — including the iconic David Tyree “ Helmet Catch ” drive — earning MVP.

Four years later, in Super Bowl XLVI, Manning outdueled Tom Brady again 21-17, pass

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