In a recent article by Seth Walder, an analyst for ESPN, the Chargers were rated as the second-best team in the NFL in drafting quarterback talent since 1967, just behind the New England Patriots.
“I saw the Chargers at No. 2, and for a moment, I thought, “Huh?” But then it clicked. Even with the Leaf disaster, the Chargers have drafted several successful quarterbacks ... for other teams. The aforementioned Brees is one. Eli Manning and Trent Green are two more.