Thread: Emmanuel Sanders: Peyton Manning is “far better leader” than Ben Roethlisberger

After spending four seasons in Pittsburgh, Emmanuel Sanders signed a three-year deal with Denver this offseason to replace Eric Decker at the Broncos’ No. 2 wide receiver.

The Bronco newcomer has admitted repeatedly that he’s still getting acclimated with Denver’s system and playing alongside Peyton Manning. But on Monday, Sanders joined The Fan 104.3 in Denver and said that he’s noticed one considerable difference, among others, between Manning and his former quarterback, Ben Roethlisberger.

“I feel like Peyton is a far better leader, in terms of staying after practice, catching balls, wanting guys to get on the same page with him, things of that sort,” Sanders said. “This is the first time that I’ve had a quarterback that every single day after practice — no matter what his accolades, NFL MVP, Super Bowl ring — he keeps guys like me and [rookie receiver Cody] Latimer after practice. … He’s not one of those guys you’ve got to chase down. He’s going to be right in the same spot, ready to work, every single day. I just feel like that’s a difference from a mental standpoint.

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Sanders likes to talk.

Well, Peyton is a perfectionist. Its good that Sanders is realizing that.

Originally Posted by MOtorboat

Sanders likes to talk.

This sounds negative. Explain yourself.

Originally Posted by BroncoJoe

This sounds negative. Explain yourself.

Not necessarily. But he's been quoted a lot this offseason, which means the Post knows they can always go to him for something interesting.

You realize that when you use the word "but" it invalidates anything said before....

Is this a problem in your mind?

Probably not the "classiest" thing to go on record with. It's not like Ben is a bad player and hasnt been to and won more Super Bowls than PM. I dont know...just doesnt seem like something that needed to be said...even if it is true.

Originally Posted by BroncoJoe

You realize that when you use the word "but" it invalidates anything said before....

Is this a problem in your mind?

Im guessing he is thinking if things go south he could end up talking more than he should. lol

Originally Posted by BroncoJoe

You realize that when you use the word "but" it invalidates anything said before....

Is this a problem in your mind?

Could be. Hasn't been yet.

Always loved Sanders in PiTT... I thought he was just as good if not better than Wallace when they were together.

After this season or even the Colts game I'm willing to bet I won't be alone.

Originally Posted by BroncoJoe

You realize that when you use the word "but" it invalidates anything said before....

Is this a problem in your mind?

Well, the analysts on NFL Network were shaking their heads in disbelief over these remarks. if that's any indication of what former players thought of Sanders'
comments which also struck me as a little over the top.

Originally Posted by Runamok

Well, the analysts on NFL Network were shaking their heads in disbelief over these remarks. if that's any indication of what former players thought of Sanders'
comments which also struck me as a little over the top.

Or, he's just calling it like he sees it. Manning demands people (or voluntarily stays) stay after practice to work on routes and timing, while other QB's are a bit more of a primadonna.

From article:

“I feel like Peyton is a far better leader, in terms of staying after practice, catching balls, wanting guys to get on the same page with him, things of that sort,” Sanders said. “This is the first time that I’ve had a quarterback that every single day after practice — no matter what his accolades, NFL MVP, Super Bowl ring — he keeps guys like me and [rookie receiver Cody] Latimer after practice. … He’s not one of those guys you’ve got to chase down. He’s going to be right in the same spot, ready to work, every single day. I just feel like that’s a difference from a mental standpoint.

He said he feels Peyton is a far better leader, in terms of staying after practice, catching balls, wanting guys to get on the same page with, things of that sort. Everyone knows that Peyton is known for that. Apparently Ben does not do the same thing. I see nothing wrong with what Sanders said.

Originally Posted by Denver Native (Carol)

From article:



He said he feels Peyton is a far better leader, in terms of staying after practice, catching balls, wanting guys to get on the same page with, things of that sort. Everyone knows that Peyton is known for that. Apparently Ben does not do the same thing. I see nothing wrong with what Sanders said.

Unless of course a receiver left Denver and said these things about Peyton. It's easy to forgive when he's on our roster.

Originally Posted by CoachChaz

Unless of course a receiver left Denver and said these things about Peyton. It's easy to forgive when he's on our roster.

This is very true as well...