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By Vic Carucci
National Editor, NFL.com


(April 7, 2004) -- Here's an early look at how the first round of the 2004 NFL Draft could unfold based on information to date:

1. San Diego: Eli Manning, quarterback, Mississippi

Analysis: Although there are all sorts of rumblings about the Chargers trading out of this pick, it continues to be theirs and it continues to look as if Manning is their choice for long-term quarterback stability. Analysts who have studied videotape of Manning's pre-draft workouts weren't as overwhelmed as one would expect for a projected top overall pick. The Chargers shouldn't fear they might be getting another Ryan Leaf, but there doesn't seem to be much of a talent gap between Manning and the next two highly rated quarterbacks in the draft, Ben Roethlisberger and Philip Rivers.



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