Eli Manning Pranks PGA Stars at FedEx St. Jude Championship

Eli Manning, the legendary former quarterback of the New York Giants, recently showcased his playful side by pulling off an elaborate prank at the FedEx St. Jude Championship held at TPC Southwind in Memphis. Manning, dressed as a FedEx delivery driver and equipped with a bucket hat and sunglasses, successfully fooled some of the biggest names in professional golf.

The Prank Unfolds: Manning as a Delivery Driver

Manning took on the persona of a FedEx courier, mingling amongst golfers and tournament volunteers. His humorous antics included the cheeky line:

"I’m a FedEx courier, that’s my real job. Always deliver, especially against the Patriots."

This playful jab was directed at the famous rivalry between the Giants and the New England Patriots, adding an extra layer of laughter to the event.

Reactions from Tour Players

Manning’s disguise had some players momentarily confused. Notably, Keegan Bradley was taken aback:

"I didn’t know that was you. I was like, ‘who is this freak over here?’ Oh my God."

Bradley’s reaction captures the delightful surprise of realizing Manning was behind the mask.

Mischief with Jordan Spieth

In another hilarious moment, Manning approached Jordan Spieth and humorously mispronounced his name, asking to see his credentials.

"Are you a golfer or a caddie?" Manning quipped, leaving Spieth momentarily flummoxed.

Afterwards, Spieth remarked:

"It took a second. I knew once he was grabbing onto [the credential], I knew it was something."

Manning complimented Spieth on how well he handled the surprise, showcasing the good-natured camaraderie within the sport.

Shushing Scottie Scheffler

Earlier in the event, Manning couldn’t resist the chance to poke fun at golfer Scottie Scheffler. As Scheffler was practicing, Manning practiced his own "shushing" gesture, telling Scheffler:

"Gotta get practice. This is my practice range also."

After a less-than-stellar shot from Scheffler, Manning chimed in:

"Ah, can’t handle it. Lost some focus."

Scheffler eventually caught on to the prank, saying:

"I did not recognize you when you first came up. Obviously, this is a bit; I just haven’t figured out what it is."

Conclusion

Eli Manning’s jovial prank at the FedEx St. Jude Championship brought a refreshing dose of humor to the tournament, showcasing his fun-loving personality while cleverly engaging with top golfers. The legendary quarterback managed to create memorable moments that will surely resonate with fans and players alike.

For those interested in reliving the fun, check out the official PGA Tour video capturing these hilarious interactions.