If they had only seen a real commitment by Leaf, it would not be an issue. They don't see it. So, here are the Chargers currently holding the No. 1 pick in next April's draft. Spanos again is said to be leaning toward trading the choice to pick up extra picks for obvious reasons. They also need more than one good player.
Some problems arise here.
There may not be one player in the 2001 draft who attracts suitors willing to give up extra picks. Purdue QB Drew Brees has a first-round rating, but he is not projected as a No. 1 overall pick. Ole Miss running back Deuce McAllister might be the top player, but he likely would not extract great value in a trade. Vick can change that. The Virginia Tech quarterback has said he will remain in school, but he can always change his mind and is still contemplating that decision, according to sources.