Manning to Broncos

[Hardwired]

Mort Anderson just reported we got him

[slim]

Mort Anderson just reported we got him

Mort is a CAA client....I imagine he would be the one to break the news.

[claymore]

If true, I dont want to hear we dont spend in FA!

[slim]

This has been confirmed by Shefter as well.

Holy Shit!

[BroncoBowlby 88]

Schefter tweets this morning that he called Elway and said he would love for him

[Nomad]

That's not a good sign if Mort is reporting it

[Mike]

:lol:

[Northman]

Wait for the Tebow fans to start crying.......

[TXBRONC]

Mort is a CAA client....I imagine he would be the one to break the news.

Slim are you being serious?

[chazoe60]

Screw you Tennessee

[slim]

Schefter also reporting that Denver WILL trade Tebow.

[DenBronx]

It's all over the new...it's real.

[Mike]

Wait for the Tebow fans to start crying.......

Who freaking cares? This is awesome!

[slim]

Slim are you being serious?

Yep.

[CoachChaz]

My day just got a little better. Now I just need Alex Smith to sign with Miami

[Denver Native (Carol)]

Peyton Manning will sign a deal with the Denver Broncos, a league source told NFL Network's Michael Lombardi on Monday.

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d5d827b2043/article/peyton-manning-will-sign-a-deal-with-the-broncos?module=HP11_breaking_news

[Mike]

My day just got a little better. Now I just need Alex Smith to sign with Miami

Well, a few more signings to go along with this would be awesome too. But the FO will probably take the rest of the month off now.

[BigDaddyBronco]

All right, now all we need is for Pat to let us sign some more players and take a run at this thing.

[Tned]

Yep, Mort & Schefter tweeting:


RT @AdamSchefter: From @mortreport and me: Peyton Manning will become the next quarterback of the Denver Broncos, barring unexpected snag in contract talks.

[chazoe60]

We instantly get a seat at the big boys table in the AFC

[hotcarl]

ahhahahahhahahahahhahahahahahhahaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa aaaaafdg ergdasafadfafbadghu

[claymore]

Well, a few more signings to go along with this would be awesome too. But the FO will probably take the rest of the month off now.

We just got the most highly coveted FA of all time. They deserve to take the day off!!!

In all seriousness, I think the flood gates have been opened. I expect to see alot more action...

[BigDaddyBronco]

Hot damn, we won for once.

[TXBRONC]

Wait for the Tebow fans to start crying.......

Oh yeah. :lol:

[slim]

Hot damn, we won for once.

Elway with another last minute win!!!!

Should we have expected anything less?

[Nomad]

We just got the most highly coveted FA of all time. They deserve to take the day off!!!

In all seriousness, I think the flood gates have been opened. I expect to see alot more action...

We don't need to know about your personal life!:D

[SpringsBroncoFan]

Shefter saying it was all Elway... the waiting plan worked... they going to get Saturday at C too...

[slim]

We don't need to know about your personal life!:D

Mrs. Clay is going to be doing laundry tonight!!!

[Edmonton Bronco Fan]

Holy shit is all I have to say. 90M too is what I'm hearing? Over how many years?

Very disappointed to see that the team has set its mind on trading Tebow though.

[MOtorboat]

:).

[ShooterJM]

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/7709195/barring-snag-peyton-manning-picks-denver-broncos-sources-say

[Mike]

We just got the most highly coveted FA of all time. They deserve to take the day off!!!

In all seriousness, I think the flood gates have been opened. I expect to see alot more action...

I said rest of the month. I hope your right, but I don't see it happening. They will probably be content to wait it out and leave the rest for the draft.

[SpringsBroncoFan]

Shefter saying Tebow is gone... guess it's similar to the Lakers trading Fisher after getting Sessions at PG... just too politically sensitive for the Lakers to keep Fish... same deal with Tebow...

[claymore]

When ya'll look back and remember the turning point... Today is the day. I wish I could buy ya'll a drink.

[Nomad]

Mrs. Clay is going to be doing laundry tonight!!!

I wonder if she'll have to wear a Peyton mask!:D

[chazoe60]

Dallas Clark and Jeff Saturday coming too? Odds are probably good.

[claymore]

I said rest of the month. I hope your right, but I don't see it happening. They will probably be content to wait it out and leave the rest for the draft.

Just enjoy the moment Mike. The rest will shake out. BTW, I think our focus has gone from Defense, to Offense... Mike wallace anyone?

[Chef Zambini]

manning in, tebow out.
the free agents and their reps will be ligning up for denver! all you elway haters can lick the sweat from my butt crack! ELWAY was the PRIMARY reason why manning chose denver !
tebow zealots, good riddence !

[claymore]

I wonder if she'll have to wear a Peyton mask!:D

Boing!!!!!!!1

[SpringsBroncoFan]

:).

I'll raise you :salute:

And if the Bunk deal falls apart with the aints now and he comes back it will be.... :beer:

[weazel]

wonder what the contract is going to be...

see ya teebs

[Northman]

Just enjoy the moment Mike. The rest will shake out. BTW, I think our focus has gone from Defense, to Offense... Mike wallace anyone?


Indeed. But think of how much better DT and Deck will look under Manning? Its going to be night and day peeps. And without the circus that is Tebowmania will be even better.

[OrangeHoof]

I thought drafting Tebow was a mistake and I think signing Manning is a mistake but it is what it is. I'm a Broncos fan first so I hope it all works. Time to tear down the rebuilding effort and go buy up a bunch of veterans so we can try to get a Super Bowl in the next 3-4 years. I honestly think it will fall short and set the franchise back but it is what it is.

[Davii]

At least we can finally move forward.

I love Manning, am not pleased with a Tebow trade, but hey, I bleed orange and blue. Welcome to Denver Peyton, go get us more rings.

Tebow, all the best, I hope you have a magical career.

[SpringsBroncoFan]

Dallas Clark and Jeff Saturday coming too? Odds are probably good.

Shefter said Saturday is part of it, I'm sure Clark too since we just lost Fells...

[Edmonton Bronco Fan]

I just hope we win the SB in the next four years. It's a small window.

I'm excited and happy like everyone else, but with Peyton's age, the door is already closing. We have to surround him with the necessary pieces.

[Northman]

but hey, I bleed orange and blue. Welcome to Denver Peyton, go get us more rings.



Exactly.

[Northman]

I just hope we win the SB in the next four years. It's a small window.

I'm excited and happy like everyone else, but with Peyton's age, the door is already closing. We have to surround him with the necessary pieces.

We have young talent on both sides of the ball. Im very confident we have a legit shot.

[Nick]

manning in, tebow out.
the free agents and their reps will be ligning up for denver! all you elway haters can lick the sweat from my butt crack! ELWAY was the PRIMARY reason why manning chose denver !
tebow zealots, good riddence !

I'm very excited and Elway just gets it.

I am glad we will not have the Tebow fans here in the near future. Broncos mntman should be as pleased as I with this direction. Now we can technically groom someone for the future under Peyton... Peyton freaking Manning. This is awesome.

[camdisco24]

WOW.

Bittersweet with the whole Tebow thing... But I think if Tebow gets traded, Broncoland will come back together as one.

Welcome to the Broncos Mr. Manning.

[weazel]

LMAO at Shannon Sharpe

Shannon Sharpe
Broncos got manning. I guess that Tebowing really works.Congrats to the entire Bronco Nation.Yeessssssssssssss

[Chef Zambini]

I havent been this happy since they fired TUTEN ! our broncos are headed in the right direction !

[MileHighCrew]

WOOHOO Great day to be a Broncos fan!!!!

[Northman]

LMAO at Shannon Sharpe

Shannon Sharpe
Broncos got manning. I guess that Tebowing really works.Congrats to the entire Bronco Nation.Yeessssssssssssss


Lmao

Epic. Love Shannon.

[SpringsBroncoFan]

manning in, tebow out.
the free agents and their reps will be ligning up for denver! all you elway haters can lick the sweat from my butt crack! ELWAY was the PRIMARY reason why manning chose denver !
tebow zealots, good riddence !

Lol Chef... yes, it was all Elway... but tell us how you really feel... no on second thought I'll pass lol

Now we can have fun guessing at Peyton's wish list... I wonder if Hutchinson is asking his agent if he can tear up his contract with Tenn

[Mike]

Just enjoy the moment Mike. The rest will shake out. BTW, I think our focus has gone from Defense, to Offense... Mike wallace anyone?

Reverse mojo, clay. Whatever I say, the opposite happens.

I am stoked. It has been a long time since I have been this excited about the Broncos.

[wbmustang]

I don't want to jinx it but if it does happen and we get rid of Tebow I just want to thank him for making us relavent, a team that was exciting to watch and never gave up, and how he never listened to haters and did his thing. The only thing that sucked was that he brought us some crazy fans. As a FSU fan I am programmed to dislike all UF football players especially him since he abused FSU during his time in Gainesville. Once he became a Bronco I had to ride out with him so here is a big thanks for helping us to the AFC West Title and a playoff win.

[Edmonton Bronco Fan]

I agree, but would still like to see some more talent and depth at the WR and RB positions. We're going to have to address the secondary sooner rather than later as well.

[ShooterJM]

At least its done! Now lets get a center, 2 wr, a guard and RB to spell McGahee!

[Northman]

I don't want to jinx it but if it does happen and we get rid of Tebow I just want to thank him for making us relavent, a team that was exciting to watch and never gave up, and how he never listened to haters and did his thing. The only thing that sucked was that he brought us some crazy fans. As a FSU fan I am programmed to dislike all UF football players especially him since he abused FSU during his time in Gainesville. Once he became a Bronco I had to ride out with him so here is a big thanks for helping us to the AFC West Title and a playoff win.

Great points. His fanbase really turned me off and thats unfortuante. Love the kid, his desire and passion but man the loons that follow him really sour the Tebow experience. Having him be traded is only really great because the idiots will follow him as i dont want that circus here.

[Nomad]

McCoy feels so inferior now:lol:

[BroncoJoe]

The good news is perhaps we can all come back together as Broncos fans!

Bad news is I owe a co-worker lunch. Good thing he just wants Taco Bell...

[chazoe60]

Some idiot on the Titans MB jus posted this:

"I hope we meet them in the playoffs and Locker has a career day.

Good luck rotting in that 90's Nebraska option offense Manning. You're dead to me."

Yeah because we're going to keep running the option with Manning. :laugh: Moron.

[slim]

The good news is perhaps we can all come back together as Broncos fans!

Bad news is I owe a co-worker lunch. Good thing he just wants Taco Bell...

He actually WANTS taco bell? I find that hard to believe.

But I agree with your post. At least I can stop hating Clay now.

[BroncoStud]

I don't want to jinx it but if it does happen and we get rid of Tebow I just want to thank him for making us relavent, a team that was exciting to watch and never gave up, and how he never listened to haters and did his thing. The only thing that sucked was that he brought us some crazy fans. As a FSU fan I am programmed to dislike all UF football players especially him since he abused FSU during his time in Gainesville. Once he became a Bronco I had to ride out with him so here is a big thanks for helping us to the AFC West Title and a playoff win.

Yep, Tebow made 2011 fun and he made the Broncos relevant. I will be bummed if he's traded. I was irritated we drafted him but he earned my respect and admiration. Props to Tebow and thanks.

[Northman]

Some idiot on the Titans MB jus posted this:

"I hope we meet them in the playoffs and Locker has a career day.

Good luck rotting in that 90's Nebraska option offense Manning. You're dead to me."

Yeah because we're going to keep running the option with Manning. :laugh: Moron.


Bwshahahahahahahahaahaha

[Northman]

He actually WANTS taco bell? I find that hard to believe.

But I agree with your post. At least I can stop hating Clay now.


Must be King87. lol

[ShooterJM]

He actually WANTS taco bell? I find that hard to believe.

But I agree with your post. At least I can stop hating Clay now.

I reserve both the right to want Taco Bell AND the right to hate Clay.

(Those doritio taco's are pretty legit)

[BroncoJoe]

He actually WANTS taco bell? I find that hard to believe.

But I agree with your post. At least I can stop hating Clay now.

If you met him, you'd understand...

:wink:

[Nomad]

This means BRONCOS will get alot of televised games again this year!

[BroncoBowlby 88]

The schedule looks a lot more manageable now then when Tebow was the starter.

[tomjonesrocks]

Holy crap. Holy CRAP!

Guess it was all about the money.

Well. I am shocked but on board. Would prefer we keep Tebow but understand the move.

[BigDaddyBronco]

Ok, Elway, let's go get some weapons for Manning and shore up the OLine. I don't care about the Defense anymore, we'll just outscore everybody. Damn, it's been a long time since we could do that.

[chazoe60]

I hope Manning fixes his throwing motion this offseason. Plus he doesn't always throw the tightest spiral.

[Ziggy]

When ya'll look back and remember the turning point... Today is the day. I wish I could buy ya'll a drink.

Nice to have you back Clay.

[slim]

I hope Manning fixes his throwing motion this offseason. Plus he doesn't always throw the tightest spiral.

He does throw some pretty ugly balls from time-to-time.

Oh God, I hope Clay doesn't find out.

[Nomad]

Ok, Elway, let's go get some weapons for Manning and shore up the OLine. I don't care about the Defense anymore, we'll just outscore everybody. Damn, it's been a long time since we could do that.

I hope you're being a little sarcastic about the defense.

[chazoe60]

Clay, can we be friends now?

MO, still hate you.

[topscribe]

Well, a few more signings to go along with this would be awesome too. But the FO will probably take the rest of the month off now.

I'm sure you said that tongue-in-cheek, but I doubt it. I'm not sure Elway knows what it's like to take time off . . .

[vandammage13]

WOW!!!! I just took a dump real quick and when I got off i found out my whole world has changed!!!

Most life changing deuce ever!

I can't believe we actually got him!!! I am super excited, though I am trying to remain cautiously optimistic because of the neck issues...

[MileHighCrew]

decker on nfln now

[topscribe]

Holy crap. Holy CRAP!

Guess it was all about the money.

Well. I am shocked but on board. Would prefer we keep Tebow but understand the move.

Actually, I think it was all about Elway. He was the Broncos' trump card, IMO . . .

[hotcarl]

WOW!!!! I just took a dump real quick and when I got off i found out my whole world has changed!!!

Most life changing deuce ever!

I can't believe we actually got him!!! I am super excited, though I am trying to remain cautiously optimistic because of the neck issues...

i took a dump in my pants

[Northman]

decker on nfln now

Can you post any comments? :D

[Edmonton Bronco Fan]

So does Dawk decide to return for another year now?

[Con_Valian]

I'm happy as hell right now. Got the chills when the first tweets went out about it. I am now worthless for the day.

[topscribe]

At least its done! Now lets get a center, 2 wr, a guard and RB to spell McGahee!

Well, that's one bit of a downer for me: Tolbert slipped through the cracks.

Not that the Manning acquisition doesn't make up for one heck of a lot of that . . .

[hotcarl]

i am so NOT going to kill myself now

[Dzone]

Now we just need to have Tebow say he would be thrilled to be a backup to Manning...LOL

[chazoe60]

Broncos now 5th favorite to win SB according to Vegas odds makers.

[topscribe]

i took a dump in my pants
It wasn't necessary to do that. We would have kept you apprised, once you got back . . .

[MileHighCrew]

Can you post any comments? :D

Loves Tebow, but Manning is special.
Still need work and pieces to make a run for a Championship. Fill out roster, but the D was really good last year and the potiential is there to make a run. Fit everyone together and believe in each other.
Was just as excited to watch teh brass go meet Manning at Duke.
Excited offense will be in Peyton's hands and expects big changes in play calling ect...

[CoachChaz]

Looks like Saturday will be next

[SOCALORADO.]

Broncos now 5th favorite to win SB according to Vegas odds makers.

Jeez, how 1 player can totally change a teams odds. Amazing.

[Nomad]

Decker better not drop any balls

[MOtorboat]

Championship.

[Nomad]

Looks like Saturday will be next

Didn't expect Manning to look at any other ass than Saturday's.:lol:

[SOCALORADO.]

Looks like Saturday will be next

Bring in Clark too.

[topscribe]

Decker better not drop any balls
Not a problem this year. I hear he will have full control of his balls . . .

[BigDaddyBronco]

Saturday and a LG would be nice. Someone good in pass protection.....

[BroncoStud]

Lord, please let Alex Smith sign with the Dolphins and leave the 49ers without a QB. That's all, thanks.

[LTC Pain]

Championship.

Not so faced with that. The Broncos defense needs key pieces and a lot of work. If Bunk doesn't re-sign we still have a worse D-line problem. And our secondary (besides Champ) blows. I hope you are right but our D needs help.

[LTC Pain]

Not a problem this year. I hear he will have full control of his balls . . .

I Just hope Decker and DT have full control of Manning's balls!

[Northman]

Loves Tebow, but Manning is special.
Still need work and pieces to make a run for a Championship. Fill out roster, but the D was really good last year and the potiential is there to make a run. Fit everyone together and believe in each other.
Was just as excited to watch teh brass go meet Manning at Duke.
Excited offense will be in Peyton's hands and expects big changes in play calling ect...


Sweet. Thanks. \m/

[MOtorboat]

Not so faced with that. The Broncos defense needs key pieces and a lot of work. If Bunk doesn't re-sign we still have a worse D-line problem. And our secondary (besides Champ) blows. I hope you are right but our D needs help.

That post is obligitory after every free agent signing.

:hi:

[Northman]

Not so faced with that. The Broncos defense needs key pieces and a lot of work. If Bunk doesn't re-sign we still have a worse D-line problem. And our secondary (besides Champ) blows. I hope you are right but our D needs help.


Defense needs some help but a lot of work? Nah. People forget that the lack of offense last year put a HUGE strain on the defense. The defense kept us in a lot of games and allowed Tebow to do some of the things he did well but now with Manning it will allow the defense more rest time and not too have to try and hold opposing offenses for 3 quarters on a regular basis.

[pnbronco]

Actually, I think it was all about Elway. He was the Broncos' trump card, IMO . . .

I agree Top and every so does everyone on ESPN said that John sold it. Plus Stink said something really interesting that he loves his family but during football season they are a distraction and with Manning eating and breathing football he does not need the distractions.

I think I am as happy for Deckers and DT. I bet they look a lot better this next season. I bet Willis is doing back flips that he gets to work with Manning.

[pnbronco]

Defense needs some help but a lot of work? Nah. People forget that the lack of offense last year put a HUGE strain on the defense. The defense kept us in a lot of games and allowed Tebow to do some of the things he did well but now with Manning it will allow the defense more rest time and not too have to try and hold opposing offenses for 3 quarters on a regular basis.

I agree North. I bet Champ is down right giddy right now. It's been so long then the chance of a lead has been there. I really think Bunk will rethink things too. Having a HOF QB takes a lot of pressure off the D.

[Dzone]

Do we bring in Freeney, Clark and Saturday? Hope so.
JD Walton is the worst center in the NFL.
Manning had better be good or Elway is going to get run out of town.

[red98]

Do we bring in Freeney, Clark and Saturday? Hope so.
JD Walton is the worst center in the NFL.
Manning had better be good or Elway is going to get run out of town.

No to Freeney
Yes to Saturday
Maybe to Clark but Tamme might be a better option at this point.

[Dcoy]

Congrats to my new team and friends! Now how in the heck can i get my new Jersey early? And PM needs his num. 18 pls break it out of retirement. LEts go Broncos!!! Us "former" Colts fans will now have to pay out the yinyang for west coast games:P I LOVE IT!!!...I smell rings to come.

[wayninja]

I'm excited and nervous all at the same time. I just hope manning can beat tebow out in camp!

[Ravage!!!]

Do we bring in Freeney, Clark and Saturday? Hope so.
JD Walton is the worst center in the NFL.
Manning had better be good or Elway is going to get run out of town.

How do you figure that? We just signed one of the biggest FA EVER in the NFL, and you think he would be run out of town for taking a chance on Manning??? :lol: :lol: :laugh:

[weazel]

I'm excited and nervous all at the same time. I just hope manning can beat tebow out in camp!

all we can do is pray... oh sorry, thats Tim's job.

[Stratos]

Give Manning the offense and get out of the way. The best "conductor" in the game.

Simple game plan.
Win the toss, get the ball first, score touchdown, unleash defensive ends, hold to fg, get ball back, score td, repeat...

Worked for 12 years with us.

Colts Fan...

[Dcoy]

yes u should bring Saturday in and Clark. Lets not forget Clark roomed with Peyton for yrs in Indy. Saturday has been with PM forever they work with and understading like no others. Freeney Needs help with his PR thois still 1 of the best..and lets be honest the D could use some help in that area.

[LTC Pain]

I agree North. I bet Champ is down right giddy right now. It's been so long then the chance of a lead has been there. I really think Bunk will rethink things too. Having a HOF QB takes a lot of pressure off the D.

Hey, I am a Broncos fan and certainly hope you guys are right. The offense on the field more means the defense off the field more. Hope so.

[chazoe60]

Dammit, now we're being overrun with Manninites.

[wayninja]

Dammit, now we're being overrun with Manninites.

They will be more tolerable, promise.

[Northman]

I agree North. I bet Champ is down right giddy right now. It's been so long then the chance of a lead has been there. I really think Bunk will rethink things too. Having a HOF QB takes a lot of pressure off the D.

I would agree with some that if we could get Champ a ring that would be awesome. The guy deserves one.

[GEM]

I have held it in for too ******* long!


HELL ******* YES!!!!!!

I am ecstatic right now. My brother in law (Colts fan from Indy) will now be sporting a Broncos jersey!! :laugh: ******* love it!

[Tom Nalen]

Does give us a better chamce at bunkley...I take back everything I said...hell yeah leggoo

[Dcoy]

Dammit, now we're being overrun with Manninites.

LMAO Manninites...thats a good 1! get used to it we are here to stay...if it makes you feel better i cheered you on sence u took Stokley from us

[CrazyHorse]

Does this mean he usurps the title of best QB ever to play for the Broncos from John Elway?

[GEM]

I thought Saturday signed with the Titans?

[SpringsBroncoFan]

Does give us a better chamce at bunkley...I take back everything I said...hell yeah leggoo

That's what I'm hoping too... I also wonder if Eddie Royal feels like an idiot now??? :lol:

[jhildebrand]

Dammit, now we're being overrun with Manninites.

I refer to them as Manningacs.

[GEM]

Does this mean he usurps the title of best QB ever to play for the Broncos from John Elway?

Nope. Until someone plays their entire career here like Elway, they will have to pry that title from his dead, cold fingers. :lol:

[weazel]

I just ordered my Manning jersey! It comes with a neck brace!

[GEM]

That's what I'm hoping too... I also wonder if Eddie Royal feels like an idiot now??? :lol:

I thought that same thing about Royal on the way in to the office. :laugh:

[Northman]

Royal will be fine. Rivers is no slouch.

[chazoe60]

LMAO Manninites...thats a good 1! get used to it we are here to stay...if it makes you feel better i cheered you on sence u took Stokley from us

Don't take it personal BTW. I'm just clownin around, it's kinda what I do.

[Krugan]

Why would he, he got a job, and who knows if the Broncos even tried to keep him.

[chazoe60]

We now have the best QB in the AFCW by far. Rivers is good but Manning at 85% is better than Phyllis. Plus Phyllis is losing his main jump ball receiver and got a midget receiver instead.

Hey Eddie, should have waited a week huh?

[LTC Pain]

I just ordered my Manning jersey! It comes with a neck brace!

Did it come with a gag also?

[Denver Native (Carol)]

Vic Lombardi just reported the Broncos are in negotiations with some of "Manning's guys", including Dallas Clark.

[LTC Pain]

Vic Lombardi just reported the Broncos are in negotiations with some of "Manning's guys", including Dallas Clark.

Aroogadooga!

[Stratos]

This is what you are getting...Read it and let it sink in. And the next time you say Tebow and Manning in the same sentence you should punch yourself in the face.

Career awards and records

Major high school awards
1992, 1993 Louisiana Class 2A MVP[212]
1993 Gatorade Circle of Champions Award[212]
1993 Atlanta TD Club's Bobby Dodd Award[212]
1993 New Orleans Quarterback Club Player of the Year[212]
1993 Columbus, Ohio Touchdown Club Offensive Player of the Year[212]
1993 Gatorade High School Player of the Year (National)[213]
College awards
1994 SEC Freshman of the Year[214]
1995 First-team All-SEC[214]
1995 SEC Offensive Player of the Week (vs. Arkansas)[214]
1995 NCAA Offensive Player of the Week (vs. Arkansas)[214]
1996 Second-Team All-SEC[214]
1996 Third-Team All-American[214]
1996 SEC Offensive Player of the Week (vs. South Carolina)[214]
1996 SEC Offensive Player of the Week (vs. Georgia)[214]
1997 Davey O'Brien Award[215]
1997 Johnny Unitas Award[215]
1997 NCAA QB of the Year[216]
1997 Maxwell Award[215]
1997 James E. Sullivan Award[215]
1997 Today's Top VIII Award[215]
1997 SEC Championship MVP[26]
1997 Citrus Bowl MVP
1997 Consensus All-American[214]
1997 SEC Player of the Year[214]
1997 First-team All-SEC[214]
1997 SEC Player of the Week (vs. Southern Miss)[214]
1998 Best College Player ESPY Award[31]
NFL awards
NFL MVP (2003 (shared with Steve McNair), 2004, 2008, 2009)[1]
Best NFL Player ESPY Award(2004,[31] 2005[217])
11× Pro Bowl (1999–2000, 2002–2010)[38]
5× First-team All-Pro (2003, 2004, 2005, 2008, 2009)[77][94][101]
3× Second-team All-Pro (1999, 2000, 2006)[50][58][114]
2× Bert Bell Award (2003, 2004)[218]
6× AFC Offensive Player of the Year Awards (1999, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2008, 2009)
1998 NFL All-Rookie First Team[38]
2004 AFC Offensive Player of the Year[76]
2004 Fedex Express Player of the Year[219]
2005 Best Record-Breaking Performance ESPY Award[217]
2005 Walter Payton Man of the Year Award[218]
2005 Byron “Whizzer” White Humanitarian Award[38]
2005 Pro Bowl MVP[76]
2007 Super Bowl MVP[111]
2007 Best Championship Performance ESPY Award[113]
Additionally, Manning has been named the AFC Offensive Player of the Month four times (9/2003, 11/2004, 10/2006, 9/2009) and Offensive Player of the Week on 21 occasions (20 AFC, 1 NFL/playoff).[37]
College records
Tennessee Volunteers records
Most passing attempts (career): 1,381[6]
Most passing attempts (season): 477 (1997)[6]
Most passing attempts (game): 65 (09/21/96 vs. Florida)[6]
Most completions (career): 863[6]
Most completions (game): 37 (09/21/96 vs. Florida)[6]
Most consecutive completions (game): 12 (11/22/97 vs. Kentucky)[7]
Highest completion percentage (career): 62.49%[7]
Highest completion percentage (season): 64.2% (1995)[7]
Lowest interception percentage (career): 2.39%[7]
Lowest interception percentage (season): 1.05% (1995)[7]
Most consecutive passes without an interception (season): 132[7]
Most passing yards (season): 3,819 (1997)[6]
Most passing yards (career): 11,201[6]
Most passing yards (game): 508 (11/22/97 vs. Kentucky)[6]
Most offensive yards (career): 11,020[7]
Most 500+ passing yard games (career): 1[7]
Most 400+ passing yard games (career): 3[7]
Most 300+ passing yard games (career): 18[7]
Most 300+ passing yard games (season): 9 (1997)[7]
Most consecutive 300+ passing yard games: 7[7]
Most 200+ passing yard games (career): 30[7]
Most wins as starting quarterback (career): 39[6]
Most touchdown passes (career): 89[7]
Most touchdown passes (game): 5 (08/30/97 vs. Texas Tech, 11/22/97 vs. Kentucky)[7]
Most touchdowns (career): 101[7]
Most offensive plays (career): 1,534[7]
Most offensive plays (season): 538 (1997)[7]
Most offensive plays (game): 70 (09/21/96 vs. Florida)[6]
SEC records
Lowest interception percentage (season): 1.05% (1995)[220]
Highest completion percentage (career): 62.49%[7]
Lowest interception percentage (career): 2.39%[7]
Most 300+ passing yard games (career): 18[7]
NFL records
Manning holds a number of individual career records:
Regular season
Most seasons with at least 4,000 passing yards: 11 (1999–2004, 2006–2010)[221]
Most consecutive seasons with at least 4,000 passing yards: 6 (1999–2004; tied with Drew Brees)[2]
Most games with 40+ pass attempts in a season: 10 (2010)[222]
Most consecutive seasons with at least 20 touchdown passes: 13 (1998–2010) [38]
Most consecutive seasons with at least 25 touchdown passes: 13 (1998–2010)[221]
Most games with a perfect passer rating, career: 4 (includes 1 playoff game)[91]
Most consecutive games started to open a career: 208 [38][223]
Most consecutive games with at least 2 touchdown passes: 13 (games 1–13, 2004)[224]
Most consecutive games with at least 4 touchdown passes: 5 (games 7–11, 2004)[225]
Most games with at least 4 touchdown passes, season: 6 (2004; tied with 1984 Marino)[225]
Most games with at least 4 touchdown passes, career: 24 (includes 2 playoff games; tied with Brett Favre)[226]
Most games with at least 5 touchdown passes, career: 7 (includes 1 playoff game)[227]
Most games with at least 5 touchdown passes and no interceptions, career: 4 (tied with Tom Brady)
One of only seven QBs with at least 6 touchdown passes in two games (tied with Sammy Baugh, Y.A. Tittle, Daryle Lamonica, Tom Brady, Charley Johnson and George Blanda)[228]
One of only two QBs with at least 6 touchdown passes and no interceptions in two games (tied with Tom Brady)
Most regular games with at least 300 passing yards: 63 (tied with Dan Marino)
Most regular and postseason games with at least 300 passing yards: 71
Most games with at least 400 yards passing and no interceptions: 4
Most career touchdown passes in Thursday games: 25[229]
Most touchdown passes on a Thursday game: 6 (tied with Bob Griese)
Largest career TD-INT differential: 201
Highest career passing TDs/game average (min. 150 TD passes): 1.918 TDs/game[38]
Second-Highest career passing yards/game average: 263.6 (Drew Brees, 263.7)
Second-Highest career completions/game average (min. 100 games played): 22.5 (Drew Brees, 23.4)
Highest completion percentage by a QB in one month in NFL history (min. 75 attempts): 81.8% (December 2008) [38]
Most career games with a completion percentage of 70% or higher (min. 10 attempts): 66[230]
Most consecutive regular season wins as a starter: 23 (2008–2009)
Most seasons with 10+ wins as a starter (regular season only): 11 (1999–2000, 2002–2010)
Most seasons with 12+ wins as a starter (regular season only): 8 (1999, 2003–2009)
Only QB with at least 12 wins as a starter in 7 consecutive seasons (2003–2009)[231]
Only QB with nine straight seasons of 10+ wins as a starter (2002–2010)[38]
Only QB to lead five consecutive 4th quarter comeback wins (games 7–11, 2009)[232]
Most fourth quarter comeback wins in one season: 7 (2009)[233]
First QB to defeat the other 31 teams in the regular season (Tom Brady did this later the same day, and Brett Favre did it the following week)[234]
Most wins as a starting QB in a decade, regular season only: 115 (2000s)[158]
Most wins as a starting QB in a decade, regular & postseason: 124 (2000s)
Most AP NFL MVP Awards: 4 (2003, 2004, 2008, 2009)[1]
Most Touchdown Passes in a decade: 314 (2000–2009)
Most Passing Yards in a decade: 42,254 (2000–2009)
Most Completions in a decade: 3,575 (2000–2009)
Playoff records
Most 300+ yard passing games: 8 [235]
Most yards passing, 1st half of game: 360 vs. Denver Broncos, 1/9/05[236]
Led the biggest comeback in conference championship game history (18 pts), 1/21/07 vs. New England[237]
One of only four QBs to post a perfect 158.3 passer rating in a game (Don Meredith, Terry Bradshaw, Dave Krieg)[238]
Most games with 20+ completions: 14[239] (surpassed by Tom Brady in 2011)
Most games with 30+ completions: 4[240] (surpassed by Drew Brees in 2011)
Most games with 30+ attempts: 17[241]
Most games with 40+ attempts: 8[242] (tied by Tom Brady in 2011)
Most completions and attempts in a single postseason: 97/153 (2006)[243]
One of only 2 quarterbacks to complete 80% of his passes in two playoff games (tied with Kurt Warner)[244]
Most consecutive postseasons with at least one start: 9 (2002–2010)
Rookie records
Most touchdown passes: 26[225]
Most consecutive games with a touchdown pass (games 4–16): 13[245]
Most games with at least one touchdown pass: 15 [38]
Most games with 300+ yards passing: 4 [38]
With Marvin Harrison
Manning and former Colts wide receiver Marvin Harrison hold a number of QB-WR tandem records:
Most completions/receptions (career): 953[246]
Most passing/receiving yards (career): 12,756[246]
Most passing/receiving touchdowns (career): 112[38][246]
Most completions/receptions in a season, QB-to-WR duo: 143 (2002)
Most passing/receiving yards in a season, QB-to-WR duo: 1,722 (2002)
Pro Bowl records
Most Pro Bowl selections for a QB: 11 (tied with Brett Favre)[247]
Most consecutive Pro Bowl selections for a QB: 9 (following the 2002–2010 seasons)
Most passing attempts (career): 150[102]
Most passing attempts (game): 41 (2004)[248]
Most completions (career): 92[102]
Most completions (game): 22 (2004)[248]
Most passing yards (career): 1,278[102]
Most passing yards (game): 342 (2004)[248]
Most passing touchdowns (career): 13[102]
Colts franchise records
Most passing attempts (career): 7,210[37]
Most passing attempts (season): 679 (2010)[37]
Most passing attempts (rookie season): 575 (1998)[37]
Most 40+ passing attempt games (career): 56[37]
Most completions (career): 4,682[37]
Most completions (season): 450 (2010)[37]
Most completions (rookie season): 326 (1998)[37]
Most completions (game): 40 (09/12/10 at Houston)[37]
Most completions (rookie game): 30 (11/01/98 vs. New England)[37]
Most consecutive completions: 23 (12/14/08-12/18/08 vs. Detroit/Jacksonville)[38]
Most games with 20+ completions (career): 140[37]
Most consecutive games with 20+ completions: 14 (games 1–14, 2010)[37]
Most games with 30+ completions (career): 23[249]
Highest completion percentage (career): 64.9%[37]
Highest completion percentage (season): 68.8% (2009)[37]
Highest completion percentage (rookie season): 56.7%[37]
Highest completion percentage (game): 87.5% (14/16 for 95 yards, 12/30/07 vs. Tennessee)[38]
Most passing yards (career): 54,828[250]
Most passing yards (season): 4,700 (2010)[37]
Most passing yards (rookie season): 3,739[37]
Most passing yards (game): 472 (10/31/04 vs. Kansas City)[37]
Most 300+ passing yard games (career): 63[37]
Most 300+ passing yard games (season): 9 (2009)[37]
Most 300+ passing yard games (rookie season): 4[37]
Most consecutive passing 300+ yard games: 5 (games 1–5 in 2009)[37]
Most seasons with at least 4,000 passing yards : 11 (1999–2004, 2006–2010)[221]
Most consecutive seasons with at least 4,000 passing yards (1999–2004): 6[2]
Most touchdown passes (career): 399[251]
Most touchdown passes (season): 49 (2004)[37]
Most touchdown passes (rookie season): 26[37]
Most touchdown passes (game): 6 (09/28/03 vs. New Orleans and 11/25/04 vs. Detroit)[37]
Most touchdown passes (rookie game): 3 (4 times; tied with Johnny Unitas and Jeff George)[37]
Most games with at least 4 touchdown passes (career): 22[252]
Most games with at least 4 touchdown passes (season, 2004): 6[225]
Most games with at least 3 touchdown passes (career): 64[37]
Most games with at least 1 touchdown pass (season): 15 (5 times)[37]
Most games with at least 1 touchdown pass (rookie season): 15 (1998)[37]
Most consecutive uninterrupted games with at least 1 touchdown pass: 27
Most consecutive games with at least 4 touchdown passes (games 7–11, 2004): 5 (2004)[225]
Most consecutive games with at least 3 touchdown passes: 8 (games 5–12, 2004)[253]
Most consecutive games with at least 2 touchdown passes: 13 (games 1–13, 2004)[37]
Most consecutive games with at least 1 touchdown pass (rookie season): 13 (games 4–16)[37]
Most consecutive seasons with at least 25 touchdown passes: 13 (1998–2010)[221]
Highest touchdown percentage (career): 5.66%[37]
Highest touchdown percentage (season): 9.86% (2004)[37]
Highest touchdown percentage (game): 24.00% (09/28/03 vs. New Orleans)[37]
Most interceptions thrown (game): 6 (11/11/07 vs. San Diego)[37]
Most interceptions thrown (season): 28 (1998)[37]
Highest passer rating (career): 94.9[37]
Second highest passer rating (season): 121.1 (2004)[37]
Most games with a perfect passer rating (career): 4 (includes 1 playoff game)[91]
Most consecutive games started to open a career by a quarterback: 208 (current)[254]
Most games played, franchise history: 208
Most consecutive games started, franchise history: 208 (current)[254]
Most comeback wins in the 4th quarter (career): 35 (includes one playoff game) [37]
Most comeback wins in the 4th quarter (season): 7 (2009) [37]
Most game-winning drives in the 4th quarter/overtime (career): 46 (includes one playoff game) [37]
Most game-winning drives in the 4th quarter/overtime (season): 7 (1999, 2008, 2009)[37]

[EastCoastBronco]

Definitely happy with this signing.
I hate to see Timmy Touchdown go (last season was the most fun I've had since Elway retired) but if Manning stays healthy it will be worth it.
I hope Tebow has a great career. I'll definitely be watching...

P.S. From what I have seen on the boards so far, I think we are trading one set of fanatics for another. No need to even pull the tent pegs on the circus...

[Nomad]

I believe most BRONCO fans know what Manning is about. Now hopefully he can be the same guy that kicked the BRONCOS ass so many times

[gregbroncs]

WHOOOHOOOO

How much better will our DLine look when Doom, an Miller don't have to worry as much about the run because of us actually having a lead? So happy right now.

[Nomad]

WHOOOHOOOO

How much better will our DLine look when Doom, an Miller don't have to worry as much about the run because of us actually having a lead? So happy right now.

Now if the BRONCOS can get a stud interior dlineman to rush the passer.

[Nomad]

5 yrs $95 million offered to Manning.....wow! Anything less than a Superbowl will be disappointing throughout his years here

[skins_fan82]

The final piece of my dream scenario is complete. Boy oh boy, is it gonna be fun watching football the next few years...

Watch Peyton Manning in person @ Mile High, then hurry home and watch RG3 and the Redskins. :D

[chazoe60]

We're not gonna get Luck, but because of Luck we got really Lucky.

[vandammage13]

This is what you are getting...Read it and let it sink in. And the next time you say Tebow and Manning in the same sentence you should punch yourself in the face.

Career awards and records

Major high school awards
1992, 1993 Louisiana Class 2A MVP[212]
1993 Gatorade Circle of Champions Award[212]
1993 Atlanta TD Club's Bobby Dodd Award[212]
1993 New Orleans Quarterback Club Player of the Year[212]
1993 Columbus, Ohio Touchdown Club Offensive Player of the Year[212]
1993 Gatorade High School Player of the Year (National)[213]
College awards
1994 SEC Freshman of the Year[214]
1995 First-team All-SEC[214]
1995 SEC Offensive Player of the Week (vs. Arkansas)[214]
1995 NCAA Offensive Player of the Week (vs. Arkansas)[214]
1996 Second-Team All-SEC[214]
1996 Third-Team All-American[214]
1996 SEC Offensive Player of the Week (vs. South Carolina)[214]
1996 SEC Offensive Player of the Week (vs. Georgia)[214]
1997 Davey O'Brien Award[215]
1997 Johnny Unitas Award[215]
1997 NCAA QB of the Year[216]
1997 Maxwell Award[215]
1997 James E. Sullivan Award[215]
1997 Today's Top VIII Award[215]
1997 SEC Championship MVP[26]
1997 Citrus Bowl MVP
1997 Consensus All-American[214]
1997 SEC Player of the Year[214]
1997 First-team All-SEC[214]
1997 SEC Player of the Week (vs. Southern Miss)[214]
1998 Best College Player ESPY Award[31]
NFL awards
NFL MVP (2003 (shared with Steve McNair), 2004, 2008, 2009)[1]
Best NFL Player ESPY Award(2004,[31] 2005[217])
11× Pro Bowl (1999–2000, 2002–2010)[38]
5× First-team All-Pro (2003, 2004, 2005, 2008, 2009)[77][94][101]
3× Second-team All-Pro (1999, 2000, 2006)[50][58][114]
2× Bert Bell Award (2003, 2004)[218]
6× AFC Offensive Player of the Year Awards (1999, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2008, 2009)
1998 NFL All-Rookie First Team[38]
2004 AFC Offensive Player of the Year[76]
2004 Fedex Express Player of the Year[219]
2005 Best Record-Breaking Performance ESPY Award[217]
2005 Walter Payton Man of the Year Award[218]
2005 Byron “Whizzer” White Humanitarian Award[38]
2005 Pro Bowl MVP[76]
2007 Super Bowl MVP[111]
2007 Best Championship Performance ESPY Award[113]
Additionally, Manning has been named the AFC Offensive Player of the Month four times (9/2003, 11/2004, 10/2006, 9/2009) and Offensive Player of the Week on 21 occasions (20 AFC, 1 NFL/playoff).[37]
College records
Tennessee Volunteers records
Most passing attempts (career): 1,381[6]
Most passing attempts (season): 477 (1997)[6]
Most passing attempts (game): 65 (09/21/96 vs. Florida)[6]
Most completions (career): 863[6]
Most completions (game): 37 (09/21/96 vs. Florida)[6]
Most consecutive completions (game): 12 (11/22/97 vs. Kentucky)[7]
Highest completion percentage (career): 62.49%[7]
Highest completion percentage (season): 64.2% (1995)[7]
Lowest interception percentage (career): 2.39%[7]
Lowest interception percentage (season): 1.05% (1995)[7]
Most consecutive passes without an interception (season): 132[7]
Most passing yards (season): 3,819 (1997)[6]
Most passing yards (career): 11,201[6]
Most passing yards (game): 508 (11/22/97 vs. Kentucky)[6]
Most offensive yards (career): 11,020[7]
Most 500+ passing yard games (career): 1[7]
Most 400+ passing yard games (career): 3[7]
Most 300+ passing yard games (career): 18[7]
Most 300+ passing yard games (season): 9 (1997)[7]
Most consecutive 300+ passing yard games: 7[7]
Most 200+ passing yard games (career): 30[7]
Most wins as starting quarterback (career): 39[6]
Most touchdown passes (career): 89[7]
Most touchdown passes (game): 5 (08/30/97 vs. Texas Tech, 11/22/97 vs. Kentucky)[7]
Most touchdowns (career): 101[7]
Most offensive plays (career): 1,534[7]
Most offensive plays (season): 538 (1997)[7]
Most offensive plays (game): 70 (09/21/96 vs. Florida)[6]
SEC records
Lowest interception percentage (season): 1.05% (1995)[220]
Highest completion percentage (career): 62.49%[7]
Lowest interception percentage (career): 2.39%[7]
Most 300+ passing yard games (career): 18[7]
NFL records
Manning holds a number of individual career records:
Regular season
Most seasons with at least 4,000 passing yards: 11 (1999–2004, 2006–2010)[221]
Most consecutive seasons with at least 4,000 passing yards: 6 (1999–2004; tied with Drew Brees)[2]
Most games with 40+ pass attempts in a season: 10 (2010)[222]
Most consecutive seasons with at least 20 touchdown passes: 13 (1998–2010) [38]
Most consecutive seasons with at least 25 touchdown passes: 13 (1998–2010)[221]
Most games with a perfect passer rating, career: 4 (includes 1 playoff game)[91]
Most consecutive games started to open a career: 208 [38][223]
Most consecutive games with at least 2 touchdown passes: 13 (games 1–13, 2004)[224]
Most consecutive games with at least 4 touchdown passes: 5 (games 7–11, 2004)[225]
Most games with at least 4 touchdown passes, season: 6 (2004; tied with 1984 Marino)[225]
Most games with at least 4 touchdown passes, career: 24 (includes 2 playoff games; tied with Brett Favre)[226]
Most games with at least 5 touchdown passes, career: 7 (includes 1 playoff game)[227]
Most games with at least 5 touchdown passes and no interceptions, career: 4 (tied with Tom Brady)
One of only seven QBs with at least 6 touchdown passes in two games (tied with Sammy Baugh, Y.A. Tittle, Daryle Lamonica, Tom Brady, Charley Johnson and George Blanda)[228]
One of only two QBs with at least 6 touchdown passes and no interceptions in two games (tied with Tom Brady)
Most regular games with at least 300 passing yards: 63 (tied with Dan Marino)
Most regular and postseason games with at least 300 passing yards: 71
Most games with at least 400 yards passing and no interceptions: 4
Most career touchdown passes in Thursday games: 25[229]
Most touchdown passes on a Thursday game: 6 (tied with Bob Griese)
Largest career TD-INT differential: 201
Highest career passing TDs/game average (min. 150 TD passes): 1.918 TDs/game[38]
Second-Highest career passing yards/game average: 263.6 (Drew Brees, 263.7)
Second-Highest career completions/game average (min. 100 games played): 22.5 (Drew Brees, 23.4)
Highest completion percentage by a QB in one month in NFL history (min. 75 attempts): 81.8% (December 2008) [38]
Most career games with a completion percentage of 70% or higher (min. 10 attempts): 66[230]
Most consecutive regular season wins as a starter: 23 (2008–2009)
Most seasons with 10+ wins as a starter (regular season only): 11 (1999–2000, 2002–2010)
Most seasons with 12+ wins as a starter (regular season only): 8 (1999, 2003–2009)
Only QB with at least 12 wins as a starter in 7 consecutive seasons (2003–2009)[231]
Only QB with nine straight seasons of 10+ wins as a starter (2002–2010)[38]
Only QB to lead five consecutive 4th quarter comeback wins (games 7–11, 2009)[232]
Most fourth quarter comeback wins in one season: 7 (2009)[233]
First QB to defeat the other 31 teams in the regular season (Tom Brady did this later the same day, and Brett Favre did it the following week)[234]
Most wins as a starting QB in a decade, regular season only: 115 (2000s)[158]
Most wins as a starting QB in a decade, regular & postseason: 124 (2000s)
Most AP NFL MVP Awards: 4 (2003, 2004, 2008, 2009)[1]
Most Touchdown Passes in a decade: 314 (2000–2009)
Most Passing Yards in a decade: 42,254 (2000–2009)
Most Completions in a decade: 3,575 (2000–2009)
Playoff records
Most 300+ yard passing games: 8 [235]
Most yards passing, 1st half of game: 360 vs. Denver Broncos, 1/9/05[236]
Led the biggest comeback in conference championship game history (18 pts), 1/21/07 vs. New England[237]
One of only four QBs to post a perfect 158.3 passer rating in a game (Don Meredith, Terry Bradshaw, Dave Krieg)[238]
Most games with 20+ completions: 14[239] (surpassed by Tom Brady in 2011)
Most games with 30+ completions: 4[240] (surpassed by Drew Brees in 2011)
Most games with 30+ attempts: 17[241]
Most games with 40+ attempts: 8[242] (tied by Tom Brady in 2011)
Most completions and attempts in a single postseason: 97/153 (2006)[243]
One of only 2 quarterbacks to complete 80% of his passes in two playoff games (tied with Kurt Warner)[244]
Most consecutive postseasons with at least one start: 9 (2002–2010)
Rookie records
Most touchdown passes: 26[225]
Most consecutive games with a touchdown pass (games 4–16): 13[245]
Most games with at least one touchdown pass: 15 [38]
Most games with 300+ yards passing: 4 [38]
With Marvin Harrison
Manning and former Colts wide receiver Marvin Harrison hold a number of QB-WR tandem records:
Most completions/receptions (career): 953[246]
Most passing/receiving yards (career): 12,756[246]
Most passing/receiving touchdowns (career): 112[38][246]
Most completions/receptions in a season, QB-to-WR duo: 143 (2002)
Most passing/receiving yards in a season, QB-to-WR duo: 1,722 (2002)
Pro Bowl records
Most Pro Bowl selections for a QB: 11 (tied with Brett Favre)[247]
Most consecutive Pro Bowl selections for a QB: 9 (following the 2002–2010 seasons)
Most passing attempts (career): 150[102]
Most passing attempts (game): 41 (2004)[248]
Most completions (career): 92[102]
Most completions (game): 22 (2004)[248]
Most passing yards (career): 1,278[102]
Most passing yards (game): 342 (2004)[248]
Most passing touchdowns (career): 13[102]
Colts franchise records
Most passing attempts (career): 7,210[37]
Most passing attempts (season): 679 (2010)[37]
Most passing attempts (rookie season): 575 (1998)[37]
Most 40+ passing attempt games (career): 56[37]
Most completions (career): 4,682[37]
Most completions (season): 450 (2010)[37]
Most completions (rookie season): 326 (1998)[37]
Most completions (game): 40 (09/12/10 at Houston)[37]
Most completions (rookie game): 30 (11/01/98 vs. New England)[37]
Most consecutive completions: 23 (12/14/08-12/18/08 vs. Detroit/Jacksonville)[38]
Most games with 20+ completions (career): 140[37]
Most consecutive games with 20+ completions: 14 (games 1–14, 2010)[37]
Most games with 30+ completions (career): 23[249]
Highest completion percentage (career): 64.9%[37]
Highest completion percentage (season): 68.8% (2009)[37]
Highest completion percentage (rookie season): 56.7%[37]
Highest completion percentage (game): 87.5% (14/16 for 95 yards, 12/30/07 vs. Tennessee)[38]
Most passing yards (career): 54,828[250]
Most passing yards (season): 4,700 (2010)[37]
Most passing yards (rookie season): 3,739[37]
Most passing yards (game): 472 (10/31/04 vs. Kansas City)[37]
Most 300+ passing yard games (career): 63[37]
Most 300+ passing yard games (season): 9 (2009)[37]
Most 300+ passing yard games (rookie season): 4[37]
Most consecutive passing 300+ yard games: 5 (games 1–5 in 2009)[37]
Most seasons with at least 4,000 passing yards : 11 (1999–2004, 2006–2010)[221]
Most consecutive seasons with at least 4,000 passing yards (1999–2004): 6[2]
Most touchdown passes (career): 399[251]
Most touchdown passes (season): 49 (2004)[37]
Most touchdown passes (rookie season): 26[37]
Most touchdown passes (game): 6 (09/28/03 vs. New Orleans and 11/25/04 vs. Detroit)[37]
Most touchdown passes (rookie game): 3 (4 times; tied with Johnny Unitas and Jeff George)[37]
Most games with at least 4 touchdown passes (career): 22[252]
Most games with at least 4 touchdown passes (season, 2004): 6[225]
Most games with at least 3 touchdown passes (career): 64[37]
Most games with at least 1 touchdown pass (season): 15 (5 times)[37]
Most games with at least 1 touchdown pass (rookie season): 15 (1998)[37]
Most consecutive uninterrupted games with at least 1 touchdown pass: 27
Most consecutive games with at least 4 touchdown passes (games 7–11, 2004): 5 (2004)[225]
Most consecutive games with at least 3 touchdown passes: 8 (games 5–12, 2004)[253]
Most consecutive games with at least 2 touchdown passes: 13 (games 1–13, 2004)[37]
Most consecutive games with at least 1 touchdown pass (rookie season): 13 (games 4–16)[37]
Most consecutive seasons with at least 25 touchdown passes: 13 (1998–2010)[221]
Highest touchdown percentage (career): 5.66%[37]
Highest touchdown percentage (season): 9.86% (2004)[37]
Highest touchdown percentage (game): 24.00% (09/28/03 vs. New Orleans)[37]
Most interceptions thrown (game): 6 (11/11/07 vs. San Diego)[37]
Most interceptions thrown (season): 28 (1998)[37]
Highest passer rating (career): 94.9[37]
Second highest passer rating (season): 121.1 (2004)[37]
Most games with a perfect passer rating (career): 4 (includes 1 playoff game)[91]
Most consecutive games started to open a career by a quarterback: 208 (current)[254]
Most games played, franchise history: 208
Most consecutive games started, franchise history: 208 (current)[254]
Most comeback wins in the 4th quarter (career): 35 (includes one playoff game) [37]
Most comeback wins in the 4th quarter (season): 7 (2009) [37]
Most game-winning drives in the 4th quarter/overtime (career): 46 (includes one playoff game) [37]
Most game-winning drives in the 4th quarter/overtime (season): 7 (1999, 2008, 2009)[37]

...And it starts....

Most of us are happy we got Manning, but don't come in here bashing our previous QB..

[Northman]

Vic Lombardi just reported the Broncos are in negotiations with some of "Manning's guys", including Dallas Clark.

Ha!

V beat you too it Carol. Your slacking. :D

[aberdien]

Maybe he'll learn to play in shitty weather too. I'm excited. Sad for Tebow, last season was hella exciting.

Superbowl in a couple years, yay.

[LTC Pain]

We're not gonna get Luck, but because of Luck we got really Lucky.

What??????

[wayninja]

What??????

Meh, it made sense to me.

[slim]

I wonder if Peyton realizes that Tebow is the starter going into training camp?

[Nomad]

I wonder if Peyton realizes that Tebow is the starter going into training camp?

:lol:

[topscribe]

I wonder if Peyton realizes that Tebow is the starter going into training camp?
I don't think anyone will blame Peyton if he doesn't buy into such a rumor . . .

[chazoe60]

Does anyone know when/if the presser is scheduled?

[wayninja]

I wonder if Peyton realizes that Tebow is the starter going into training camp?

Even if Tebow loses out to manning, Elway wants him to be here for a long, long time, so he'll be waiting in the wings should something happen! :lol:

[slim]

I don't think anyone will blame Peyton if he doesn't buy into such a rumor . . .

Rumor?

I heard John Elway say it....

[topscribe]

Rumor?

I heard John Elway say it....
Just joining in on the humor, Slim.

Try to keep up . . .

[slim]

Just joining in on the humor, Slim.

Try to keep up . . .

Yeah, me too!

[Nomad]

Rumor?

I heard John Elway say it....

:laugh:

[Npba900]

I wonder if Peyton realizes that Tebow is the starter going into training camp?

Manning is like...."Well We Will Just See About That"!!!!!!!

[Nomad]

Manning is like...."Well We Will Just See About That"!!!!!!!

Then Tebow snaps his neck!:lol:

[chazoe60]

I think one major reason we landed Manning is because our FO didn't turn this into a dog and pony show. They talked Manning's language, FOOTBALL! And they gave him his space while he made his decision.

I know I, along with others, have been frustrated with not signing very many FAs yet but it looks like the wait is gonna be well worth it. We do need to fill out the roster. But our FO in two years have drafted a once in a lifetime defensive rookie of the year and signed arguably the biggest FA in NFL history.

Good job EFX. Now spend the rest of that money on defense and whatever Peyton wants.

[LTC Pain]

My day just got a little better. Now I just need Alex Smith to sign with Miami

I wonder if the Fins will pull back from signing Smith with Tebow being available???

[Cugel]

Adam Schefter reports on ESPN TV that the Broncos have a "free-agent plan" in place including bringing in C Jeff Saturday to make Peyton more comfortable.

And they already have a list of FAs they are going to get.

Also the Manning deal is reportedly discussed between Elway and Manning will be in the vicinity of $95 million on a 5 year contract.

[Nomad]

I wonder how pissed Beadles is.

[Nomad]

BRONCOS went from 75-1 to 8-1 in winning a Superbowl in 2013.

[MOtorboat]

He's graduating from a colt to a bronco.

:rimshot:

[RebelRocker]

I wonder how pissed Beadles is.

You mean Walton? He's the one that will be replaced on the O-line.

[topscribe]

He's graduating from a colt to a bronco.

:rimshot:
:airball: :D

[Nomad]

You mean Walton? He's the one that will be replaced on the O-line.

Yeah...! Knowing there will be no competition with Saturday.

[SpringsBroncoFan]

You mean Walton? He's the one that will be replaced on the O-line.

Lol, no Hutchinson is gone... Beadles gets to wait until April when we draft Glenn... :D

[chazoe60]

He's graduating from a colt to a bronco.

:rimshot:

Now we just have to draft Foles :laugh:


And yes I know the spelling difference

[topscribe]

Now we just have to draft Foles :laugh:
Well, I'm sure Weeden is out now . . .

[chazoe60]

Well, I'm sure Weeden is out now . . .

Thank God. Although when Manning retires we could go from one old QB to another.

[CoachChaz]

Kyle Kosier...He was just released by the Cowboys, but he could be a solid swing guard. In his past 45 starts, he has given up just six sacks. That's one every 7½ games. He had one false start penalty and no holding calls last year in 16 starts. He'd be cheap and an upgrade over Beadles

[topscribe]

Thank God. Although when Manning retires we could go from one old QB to another.
Brady's getting up there. Maybe he's next.

And Orton is 31 now . . . :D

[SpringsBroncoFan]

BRONCOS went from 75-1 to 8-1 in winning a Superbowl in 2013.

I wonder if any Broncos fans put 20 bucks on that before it changed??? :D

[Denver Native (Carol)]

Vic Lombardi ‏ @VicLombardi

You'll hear it from Manning himself when he holds his presser. It was Broncos entire time. Everything else was a courtesy visit.

[slim]

Vic Lombardi ‏ @VicLombardi

You'll hear it from Manning himself when he holds his presser. It was Broncos entire time. Everything else was a courtesy visit.

I call BS.

[achjad]

colts fan here! broncos are now my 2nd fave team (obvious reasons) so ill be around here more often

[CoachChaz]

I call BS.

With as many people that were out there saying 95% he signs here and stuff like that...makes me wonder if that wasnt his plan all along

[SpringsBroncoFan]

Kyle Kosier...He was just released by the Cowboys, but he could be a solid swing guard. In his past 45 starts, he has given up just six sacks. That's one every 7½ games. He had one false start penalty and no holding calls last year in 16 starts. He'd be cheap and an upgrade over Beadles

They were expected to release him due to age & injury concerns... I'd question whether he has anything left in the tank at all...

[slim]

With as many people that were out there saying 95% he signs here and stuff like that...makes me wonder if that wasnt his plan all along

Then why drag it out?

I can't believe he went through interviews/workouts, etc just as a "courtesy".....how is wasting everyones time a courtesy, anyway?

I don't get it.

[CoachChaz]

They were expected to release him due to age & injury concerns... I'd question whether he has anything left in the tank at all...

Played all 16 games last year. Probably the top remaining OL. Unless you want an Eric Steinbach, but talk about injuries....I'm surprised he can still walk

[CoachChaz]

Then why drag it out?

I can't believe he went through interviews/workouts, etc just as a "courtesy".....how is wasting everyones time a courtesy, anyway?

I don't get it.

No clue. Doubt we'll ever know the truth

[Traveler]

Vic Lombardi ‏ @VicLombardi

You'll hear it from Manning himself when he holds his presser. It was Broncos entire time. Everything else was a courtesy visit.

He has to say that Carol.:D

[MOtorboat]

colts fan here! broncos are now my 2nd fave team (obvious reasons) so ill be around here more often

At least when the Colt/Manning fans come over and talk about how their quarterback is the greatest thing since sliced bread, they'll be right.

Welcome aboard.

:coffee:

[chazoe60]

Manninites are a peaceful people.

[topscribe]

I call BS.
You know Barbara Streisand? :shocked:

[claymore]

Titans were a Six, Broncos are a nine!!!!!! :werd:

[Denver Native (Carol)]

Peyton Manning will become the next quarterback of the Denver Broncos, barring a snag during intensified contract negotiations that have commenced under the instruction of the four-time MVP to his agent Tom Condon, according to multiple sources.

Once the Manning deal becomes official, Denver will try to trade Tim Tebow, according to sources.

Manning instructed Condon to negotiate the finite details of a contract that would conclude with him joining the Broncos after a frenzied but focused process that began when the Indianapolis Colts released him March 7.

much more - http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/7709195/barring-snag-peyton-manning-picks-denver-broncos-sources-say

[Dzone]

Pat Obrien on Foxsports is saying Denver has been reckless in this signing and Peytons neck is one blunt impact from being done

[Broncos Mtnman]

ExIyzDLwZkY

[BigDaddyBronco]

Titans were a Six, Broncos are a nine!!!!!! :werd:

Can you give up on Cutler now, please?

[Rex]

Pat Obrien on Foxsports is saying Denver has been reckless in this signing and Peytons neck is one blunt impact from being done

Maybe that old dried up alcoholic can get liquored up and call some whores tonight and leave dirty messages again.

[chazoe60]

Pat Obrien on Foxsports is saying Denver has been reckless in this signing and Peytons neck is one blunt impact from being done
I just heard someone quoting Peyton's Drs saying it is ludicrous to believe that Peyton's neck is at anymore risk than any other player. The problem isn't really neck and it's not bone, it's a nerve thing and the danger is he never gets his full arm strength back. Just reporting what I heard.

[chazoe60]

And Rex is right, Pat O'Brien is a ******* moron. One of the worst "sports" talk guys on radio.

[Nomad]

Only Pat O Brien I've heard of is the bar down on Bourbon St.....they make awesome Hurricanes.

[slim]

Who is Pat Obrien?

Is he the guy that used to be the hollywood fanboi?

[pnbronco]

I just heard someone quoting Peyton's Drs saying it is ludicrous to believe that Peyton's neck is at anymore risk than any other player. The problem isn't really neck and it's not bone, it's a nerve thing and the danger is he never gets his full arm strength back. Just reporting what I heard.

That's what I heard too, that it's a nerve thing and it's the same thing Lynch had when he came to Denver. The difference is that John Lynch still had to hit people.

I am so dang happy I can't stop smiling.

Plus my friend was able to get us 2 tickets for the season, so I'm doing the Snoopy Dance. Just need to keep the energy up since I'm driving to Sacramento tomorrow....all good wishes for good weather are appreciated......:D

[Nick]

Note to self, Draft DT. He created separation non stop every single game last year over and over again. Just no one to throw him the ball. I am going out on a limb and saying, He is going to crack the top 20 of most receiving yards in a season.

[gnomeflinger]

Manning is our QB for up to 5 years. Fantastic. Really, it is. I thought the Broncos were looking for long-term solutions to rebuild the team and make it strong over time. No place to go but up. With Manning on board and talks of trading Tebow, who is going to be the back-up? Do they not think that Tebow could learn from Manning?

I haven't followed many threads on this subjects, and I probably missed it where this was talked about.

[Lancane]

Manning is our QB for up to 5 years. Fantastic. Really, it is. I thought the Broncos were looking for long-term solutions to rebuild the team and make it strong over time. No place to go but up. With Manning on board and talks of trading Tebow, who is going to be the back-up? Do they not think that Tebow could learn from Manning?

I haven't followed many threads on this subjects, and I probably missed it where this was talked about.

They're still likely to add a quarterback in the draft and give Weber a shot as well.

[vandammage13]

I just heard someone quoting Peyton's Drs saying it is ludicrous to believe that Peyton's neck is at anymore risk than any other player. The problem isn't really neck and it's not bone, it's a nerve thing and the danger is he never gets his full arm strength back. Just reporting what I heard.

I remember a damaged nerve in Marino's neck is ultimately what ended his career...He could never throw the ball with the same velocity in his final year and the injury resulted in him getting picked off...a lot...

I just hope its not the same with Manning, but I have seen this be an issue before and the fact that he had to sit out an entire year as a result just adds to my concerns.

[weazel]

I remember a damaged nerve in Marino's neck is ultimately what ended his career...He could never throw the ball with the same velocity in his final year and the injury resulted in him getting picked off...a lot...

I just hope its not the same with Manning, but I have seen this be an issue before and the fact that he had to sit out an entire year as a result just adds to my concerns.

yep... as long as he doesnt look like Montana did in KC

[Manning_Up!]

Peyton with a defense (Especially one with an elite pass rush) = Super Bowls

[NightTerror218]

Finally all the crap is over. Who is left FA? Clark and Saturday will be liked at soon since Fells is gone. Any of the players who visited on Friday signing? Joe Mays is resigned.

[NightTerror218]

Stoked about this. Want contract details though. Hey McCoy hello Denver Colts lol.

[Dzone]

Maybe that old dried up alcoholic can get liquored up and call some whores tonight and leave dirty messages again.
LMAO! No doubt!

[HORSEPOWER 56]

Well, it's now official. I'm happy that Manning chose us over the competition. I hope he can bring some of his magic and that he is/will be fully recovered to lead us to a winning record next year. I'm not overly happy at the thought of losing Tebow because I like him, but it is what it is and it's all water under the bridge now. Let's all just try to enjoy the ride from here on out.

Oh, La Canfora is reporting that Jeff Saturday is now scheduled to visit the Broncos. Looks like we're going to start trying to get the Manning band back together.

[SpringsBroncoFan]

Played all 16 games last year. Probably the top remaining OL. Unless you want an Eric Steinbach, but talk about injuries....I'm surprised he can still walk

Plantar Faciitis is a bitch to deal with. It dragged him down last year - that and his knee concerns me. The other reason he was released was a large upcoming roster bonus...

Um, I'll pass on Steinbach thank you... :lol:

[Rex]

I just heard someone quoting Peyton's Drs saying it is ludicrous to believe that Peyton's neck is at anymore risk than any other player. The problem isn't really neck and it's not bone, it's a nerve thing and the danger is he never gets his full arm strength back. Just reporting what I heard.

I concur. The neck is fused. With titanium plates and screws. Probably more stable than it was in 2009 after having a previous decompression.

[SmilinAssasSin27]

Very cool news.

Now maybe the haters can stop hatin...

[Nomad]

What # is Peyton gonna use.....not that it's a big deal? I've read he was gonna leave #18 in Indy and wear #16 with his new team

[chazoe60]

Maybe we can offer Peyton to the Colts for the #1 pick and draft Andrew Luck? Elway's master plan is working.

[dogfish]

warren sapp is on NFL network, talking about how deadly manning's no-huddle attack will be at altitude. . .


:defense: :defense:

[gnomeflinger]

But why can't they keep Tebow? If Peyton gets a big hit and goes down, there isn't going to be a good back-up ready. What then?

[wayninja]

But why can't they keep Tebow? If Peyton gets a big hit and goes down, there isn't going to be a good back-up ready. What then?

I agree. I keep hearing how it's a forgone conclusion that he's gone one way or the other, but what I haven't heard is why?

He's under contract, it's unlikely we will get much, if anything for him, and there's been no confirmation that he's demanding anything or has another place to start.

The only argument I can see is that he's either a 'distraction' which is a pretty weak excuse, IMHO, or Manning said specifically that he wanted him gone as a condition to come to Denver (but I doubt this is it, why would he care?)

I know, I know, Tebow can't run Peyton's offense, but who are we expecting to bring in that can?

[Medford Bronco]

yep... as long as he doesnt look like Montana did in KC

Montana did fine in KC. He made the playoffs 2 seasons and beat a much better Houston team in Houston
with KC before losing to Buffalo on the road.

I hope we do better, but Montana was not bad in KC.

[Medford Bronco]

Well, it's now official. I'm happy that Manning chose us over the competition. I hope he can bring some of his magic and that he is/will be fully recovered to lead us to a winning record next year. I'm not overly happy at the thought of losing Tebow because I like him, but it is what it is and it's all water under the bridge now. Let's all just try to enjoy the ride from here on out.

Oh, La Canfora is reporting that Jeff Saturday is now scheduled to visit the Broncos. Looks like we're going to start trying to get the Manning band back together.

I hope that we get Dallas Clark as well. That would be awesome. Best TE here since Shannon Sharpe as well.

[Davii]

Just thinking "out loud" here....

With Kyle Orton we were in the "suck for Luck" game.

With Tebow we played a round of "have a pretty damn good season for Manning".

Tebow's game > Orton's yet again.

Thanks Tim! Seriously, stay or go I want the best for Tim. He gave me a reason to scream and yell, and cheer like I hadn't since Elway retired. A season I will always remember.

[Canmore]

Just thinking "out loud" here....

With Kyle Orton we were in the "suck for Luck" game.

With Tebow we played a round of "have a pretty damn good season for Manning".

Tebow's game > Orton's yet again.

Thanks Tim! Seriously, stay or go I want the best for Tim. He gave me a reason to scream and yell, and cheer like I hadn't since Elway retired. A season I will always remember.

I hear you! The last 13 games were the most fun I've had in over a decade. I'm hoping Tim remains in Denver. No one can replicate Manning's offense and Tebow has shown he can win without a lot of reps. He has already been paid. Let him stay and back up Peyton. We can also sprinkle in a little of the Wild Jesus.

[chazoe60]

Hey Steve Young, who are the wannabes now? Go put on you magic underwear and don't drink a beer.

[vettesplus]

i just came back from visiting a few titan forums, man are those people crying in there milk!!!!

[bcbronc]

Going to be a bit weird cheering for Manning after all these years of hating him. :lol:

As for Tim Tebye-bye, I won't miss the erratic throws or the fanatic cult. I wish him well but feel TT has already peaked as an NFL QB and is on his way to being a package player. I wouldn't hate keeping him here in that role, but don't feel it makes a lot of sense to take the ball out of Manning's hands to give Tebow touches. Even in goalline situations, rather have Peyton calling the shots.

Also doesn't make sense to keep Tebow as a back-up. He's not going to get the development reps he needs to improve. He also can't run even a watered down version of Manning's offense. Sure any back-up is going to be a step down from a healthy Manning, but you still need to have a pocket passer behind Manning to minimize the change as much as possible. If Tebow is the back-up, it means going from an offense likely to average 30+ passes per game to one that attempts less than 10 when things go well. Not going to happen.

[chazoe60]

Going to be a bit weird cheering for Manning after all these years of hating him. :lol:

As for Tim Tebye-bye, I won't miss the erratic throws or the fanatic cult. I wish him well but feel TT has already peaked as an NFL QB and is on his way to being a package player. I wouldn't hate keeping him here in that role, but don't feel it makes a lot of sense to take the ball out of Manning's hands to give Tebow touches. Even in goalline situations, rather have Peyton calling the shots.

Also doesn't make sense to keep Tebow as a back-up. He's not going to get the development reps he needs to improve. He also can't run even a watered down version of Manning's offense. Sure any back-up is going to be a step down from a healthy Manning, but you still need to have a pocket passer behind Manning to minimize the change as much as possible. If Tebow is the back-up, it means going from an offense likely to average 30+ passes per game to one that attempts less than 10 when things go well. Not going to happen.
I never hated him. I hated the thought of the Broncos playing against him, but I always had a deep respect for Manning. I've never seen a smarter football player. His intelligence alone shoud win us two more games.

[bcbronc]

I never hated him. I hated the thought of the Broncos playing against him, but I always had a deep respect for Manning. I've never seen a smarter football player. His intelligence alone shoud win us two more games.

Oh yeah, I've always respected Manning, and I never hated Manning the person (love his commercials etc). I've just always rooted against him, no real reason for it (but the way he treated the Broncos in the playoffs made it easy to stick with).

[MasterShake]

Not sure if they planned this, but this was on the Simpsons this evening and thought it was too perfect!

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[wayninja]

Going to be a bit weird cheering for Manning after all these years of hating him. :lol:

As for Tim Tebye-bye, I won't miss the erratic throws or the fanatic cult. I wish him well but feel TT has already peaked as an NFL QB and is on his way to being a package player. I wouldn't hate keeping him here in that role, but don't feel it makes a lot of sense to take the ball out of Manning's hands to give Tebow touches. Even in goalline situations, rather have Peyton calling the shots.

Also doesn't make sense to keep Tebow as a back-up. He's not going to get the development reps he needs to improve. He also can't run even a watered down version of Manning's offense. Sure any back-up is going to be a step down from a healthy Manning, but you still need to have a pocket passer behind Manning to minimize the change as much as possible. If Tebow is the back-up, it means going from an offense likely to average 30+ passes per game to one that attempts less than 10 when things go well. Not going to happen.


Peaked after 16 games? That seems more than slightly unfair, but it's going to be a moot point soon.

Also, I don't understand the chicken/egg rationality of how many passes Tebow attempts per game. It's not like he was calling run plays, McCoy was. I know the argument is going to be that he called those plays because Tebow couldn't execute pass plays, but then one has to wonder why we left a QB on the roster who COULD attempt pass plays.

And it's not like Tebow didn't attempt any passes, there were several games where he attempted over 25 passes and for the most part that was successful. The conservative nature was stuck with because it was working, not because Tebow was giving run audibles.

[bcbronc]

Peaked after 16 games? That seems more than slightly unfair, but it's going to be a moot point soon.

Also, I don't understand the chicken/egg rationality of how many passes Tebow attempts per game. It's not like he was calling run plays, McCoy was. I know the argument is going to be that he called those plays because Tebow couldn't execute pass plays, but then one has to wonder why we left a QB on the roster who COULD attempt pass plays.

And it's not like Tebow didn't attempt any passes, there were several games where he attempted over 25 passes and for the most part that was successful. The conservative nature was stuck with because it was working, not because Tebow was giving run audibles.

How many of the games Orton started had a game plan calling for 10 pass attempts? How many do you think there will be with Peyton Manning?

McCoy is on record saying he wasn't familiar with the read-option offense, but it played to his QB strengths so he incorporated it. Fox is on record saying Tebow couldn't run a more contemporary offense. It's pretty clear why the offense was as it was.

[achjad]

At least when the Colt/Manning fans come over and talk about how their quarterback is the greatest thing since sliced bread, they'll be right.

Welcome aboard.

:coffee:

thank you! loving the avy. So what are essential team needs thatll make peytons run here mmore successful? I have lots of catching up to do with this squad lol

[achjad]

I just heard someone quoting Peyton's Drs saying it is ludicrous to believe that Peyton's neck is at anymore risk than any other player. The problem isn't really neck and it's not bone, it's a nerve thing and the danger is he never gets his full arm strength back. Just reporting what I heard.

This is 100% true. His nerve regeneration and arm strength were in question. Nerve regenerates over time, and could plateau during recovery, but Peytons nerve has still been regenerating to the point where its safe to say Manning can make 50-70 consecutive throws in a workout (worked out for den, titans, SF) and even his throwing with brandon stokley. he has a lot of time until september, and Im confident peyton will be back to his old self by then.

Peyton's work ethic is what seperates him from many, and what really makes him great. Expect him to spend loads of time with the receivers to build up chemistry and timing with routes (both VERY important keys to peytons playing style)

[Medford Bronco]

This is 100% true. His nerve regeneration and arm strength were in question. Nerve regenerates over time, and could plateau during recovery, but Peytons nerve has still been regenerating to the point where its safe to say Manning can make 50-70 consecutive throws in a workout (worked out for den, titans, SF) and even his throwing with brandon stokley. he has a lot of time until september, and Im confident peyton will be back to his old self by then.

Peyton's work ethic is what seperates him from many, and what really makes him great. Expect him to spend loads of time with the receivers to build up chemistry and timing with routes (both VERY important keys to peytons playing style)

The offense should be better than ever. Best since the old days. We still need some more weapons for him. I am so happy that I can see a real NFL offense for the first time since Cutler here. Thank God. The defense still needs to get better but finally

[wayninja]

How many of the games Orton started had a game plan calling for 10 pass attempts? How many do you think there will be with Peyton Manning?

What does this have to do with anything? Either way, Tebow isn't calling the plays.


McCoy is on record saying he wasn't familiar with the read-option offense, but it played to his QB strengths so he incorporated it. Fox is on record saying Tebow couldn't run a more contemporary offense. It's pretty clear why the offense was as it was.

I'm not sure what this has to do with anything either. They didn't call many pass plays so Tebow didn't pass. And?

It may be clear to you, but having a guy that COULD pass left on the bench doesn't make much sense. Either passing isn't all that important in terms of winning, or they didn't want Timmy to pass regardless of what it meant in terms of winning/losing.

[bcbronc]

What does this have to do with anything? Either way, Tebow isn't calling the plays.



I'm not sure what this has to do with anything either. They didn't call many pass plays so Tebow didn't pass. And?

It may be clear to you, but having a guy that COULD pass left on the bench doesn't make much sense. Either passing isn't all that important in terms of winning, or they didn't want Timmy to pass regardless of what it meant in terms of winning/losing.

you're just talking in circles. You're not even saying anything anymore.

[wayninja]

you're just talking in circles. You're not even saying anything anymore.

Going with the old standby, eh?

[bcbronc]

Going with the old standby, eh?

hey way, why wasn't there more passing plays called?

[wayninja]

For the same reason Brady, who outplayed Tebow in practice didn't see the field.

[bcbronc]

What reason is that again?

[wayninja]

What reason is that again?

You tell me. Why did we play a guy who can't play, in system that was declared untenable? When you have an alternative?

[bcbronc]

Because Quinn sucks, they'd seen enough of him over the years to know it. Tebow, on the other hand, was an unknown and a high draft pick and EFX had to get a look at him vs real bullets before they could fairly evaluate what they had/didn't have in Tebow.

Okay, your turn: why didn't the coaches call more passes with Tebow under centre?

(sorry dog :ohwell: )

[wayninja]

But now you are talking in circles. The didn't know what they had, but they knew he couldn't do it?

[dogfish]

Because Quinn sucks, they'd seen enough of him over the years to know it. Tebow, on the other hand, was an unknown and a high draft pick and EFX had to get a look at him vs real bullets before they could fairly evaluate what they had/didn't have in Tebow.

Okay, your turn: why didn't the coaches call more passes with Tebow under centre?

(sorry dog :ohwell: )

okay, i haven't followed the whole exchange, but man, you should be sorry if you're still bothering to dignify any notion of brady quinn as a potential starter by responding to it. . .

why anyone would still look at him as a potentially viable option is beyond me. . . do people still talk about joey harrington or david carr's potential upside? :noidea: lol! i bet quinn actually fashions himself a great career-- as a full-time backup, and NFL gentleman of leisure. . . he'll play until he's forty, and never take another snap in a game that actually counts. . .

and until at least his mid-thirties, people will continue to say, "i think he could really be good if he got another chance". . .

:laugh:



soooo. . . did youse guise hear we got PEYTON ****ING MANNING today?

pretty cool, eh?

[bcbronc]

But now you are talking in circles. The didn't know what they had, but they knew he couldn't do it?

okay, maybe I'm missing it, but you still haven't answered the question. Why, in your estimation, didn't the coaches call more passing plays with Tebow at QB? And do you think they'll follow similar gameplans with Peyton Manning?

[wayninja]

okay, maybe I'm missing it, but you still haven't answered the question. Why, in your estimation, didn't the coaches call more passing plays with Tebow at QB? And do you think they'll follow similar gameplans with Peyton Manning?

I'll honestly say that I'm not sure. My best guess is that they wanted to have control over his production. They wanted to be able to point to this fact as justification for dumping him if it came down to it.

All I know for sure is that neither "growing" him nor "evaluating" him really make sense.

Do I think they will do this to Manning? Cmon. Not unless they want him gone.

[wayninja]

okay, i haven't followed the whole exchange, but man, you should be sorry if you're still bothering to dignify any notion of brady quinn as a potential starter by responding to it. . .

why anyone would still look at him as a potentially viable option is beyond me. . . do people still talk about joey harrington or david carr's potential upside? :noidea: lol! i bet quinn actually fashions himself a great career-- as a full-time backup, and NFL gentleman of leisure. . . he'll play until he's forty, and never take another snap in a game that actually counts. . .

and until at least his mid-thirties, people will continue to say, "i think he could really be good if he got another chance". . .

:laugh:



soooo. . . did youse guise hear we got PEYTON ****ING MANNING today?

pretty cool, eh?

Hey dog, why you keep blowing up my spot? I've got bc going down the rabbit hole and you come in here with your red pill? Not cool.

[701Bronco]

I want that red pill... and the blue one. Can I take both at once?

[claymore]

okay, maybe I'm missing it, but you still haven't answered the question. Why, in your estimation, didn't the coaches call more passing plays with Tebow at QB? And do you think they'll follow similar gameplans with Peyton Manning?


I'll honestly say that I'm not sure. My best guess is that they wanted to have control over his production. They wanted to be able to point to this fact as justification for dumping him if it came down to it.

All I know for sure is that neither "growing" him nor "evaluating" him really make sense.

Do I think they will do this to Manning? Cmon. Not unless they want him gone.
Tebow had the one of the lowest 3rd down % (if not the lowest) in the league, I think he was the most innacurate QB in the league, and we were averaging over 4 yards a carry. I think the answer is obvious.

They wanted to convert 3rd downs, and Tebow is a terrible passer.

This org moved the stars and moon for tebow to be successful. Knowing that it was probaby a worthless endeavor. They deserve more credit.

[skins_fan82]

LOL @ Shannon Sharpe on 104.3 The Fan several weeks ago saying that there's less than a 5% chance Peyton comes to Denver...

[HORSEPOWER 56]

Tebow had the one of the lowest 3rd down % (if not the lowest) in the league, I think he was the most innacurate QB in the league, and we were averaging over 4 yards a carry. I think the answer is obvious.

They wanted to convert 3rd downs, and Tebow is a terrible passer.

This org moved the stars and moon for tebow to be successful. Knowing that it was probaby a worthless endeavor. They deserve more credit.

Perhaps, but regardless of passing stats Tebow did more with less than Manning (either one), Rodgers, Brees, and Rivers did in their first season as the starter. Dude won a playoff game. Something Plummer did once in 4 years, Cutler never did, Orton never did, and Griese never did. Arguably, Tebow's first season rivals Roethlisberger's first season, production wise (playoff win). Roethlisberger wasn't a top passer and was backed by the leagues best rushing offense and top defense. Tebow didn't even have a "top" defense. We were still in the bottom half of the league on defense last year.

Roethlisberger led the Steelers and their top 5 defense to the AFCCG where he lost to, you guessed it, Tom Brady (they got blown out). His second season, he led the Steelers to the Superbowl where he had the worst statistical game of any SB winning QB. Once again, Roethlisberger wasn't the guy he is now until year 3 as the starter.

I just don't understand all the surety that Tebow can't possibly get better and no matter what, a team will have to change its offense around him and run an option offense, or that he'll never be able to win from the pocket. I remember that we didn't change the offense for Tebow the last 3 games of 2010 and he wasn't terrible. He went 1/3 W/L and almost beat the Chargers in the last game of the season. We didn't run the option then. We ran the offense we ran with Orton. We averaged more points with Tebow in those 3 games than we had with Orton. We ran the read-option last year to try to play to Tebow's strengths, but I think in doing so, we actually hindered his development.

It really doesn't matter now that Manning is on his way, but Tebow did a ton for this franchise and glossing that over with completion % is selling him short and not telling the whole story. Had Tebow beaten the Pats and then lost to the Ravens in the AFCCG, would you still feel the same way? Had he beat the Pats and Ravens and lost to the Giants in the Superbowl, would you feel the same way? My point is, had Manning not become available and the shot at a HOF QB who might help us win NOW not presented itself, I think we'd be going forward with Tebow and I'd have been fine with that. I'd still like to keep and develop Tebow.