Manning originated the role in his ESPN+ series ‘Eli’s Places’ in 2022

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Eli Manning revealed that he initially thought he would star in Chad Powers after his 2022 viral sketch inspired the Hulu series

Glen Powell ultimately took on the title role, while Manning and his brother Peyton serve as producers through their company Omaha Productions

Manning shared the story during a PaleyLive panel celebrating the show’s second season in New York City on Sept. 3

Eli Manning recently revealed that he once thought he would be offered Glen Powell’s starring role in Hulu’s hit comedy series Chad Powers.

Manning — who starred in the 2022 sketch…

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