A Pretty Good Read on Manning

[iknowftbll]

We've had a lot of discussion around here about Peyton's time with the Broncos. Even as we are gearing up for the new season it is exciting to be able to reflect on one of the greatest of all time giving the Broncos 3 of the most prolific seasons for a QB and in the 4th being part of a Super Bowl win.

I thought this piece on MHR was a solid piece of work. It's not a perspective that hasn't been discussed around here, but it is certainly a dialogue that on a larger scale is overlooked. People will be quick to point out that Manning's numbers in SB 50 were not good. 141 yards, a pick a fumble, no TDs, etc. It's not dissimilar to Elway's numbers in XXXII or Brady's first SB, but people will disproportionately hold this one against him.

And that won't matter because all the bitter opinions out there won't change this fact: Peyton Manning is the only NFL QB to lead two different teams to a Super Bowl win. The Denver Broncos are Super Bowl champs and despite the team being powered by defense Manning was very much a part of that effort. He has a 14-13 record in the playoffs, but that's 5-3 with the Broncos. His legacy as a "playoff choke" is undeserved, especially in his time with the Broncos.

So this is worth a read and this conversation is worth continuing as we await the arrival of the 2016 season. (BTW, am I the only one who thinks this offseason is more fun than others?)

Peyton's Redemption

 

[Mingo]

We've had a lot of discussion around here about Peyton's time with the Broncos. Even as we are gearing up for the new season it is exciting to be able to reflect on one of the greatest of all time giving the Broncos 3 of the most prolific seasons for a QB and in the 4th being part of a Super Bowl win.

I thought this piece on MHR was a solid piece of work. It's not a perspective that hasn't been discussed around here, but it is certainly a dialogue that on a larger scale is overlooked. People will be quick to point out that Manning's numbers in SB 50 were not good. 141 yards, a pick a fumble, no TDs, etc. It's not dissimilar to Elway's numbers in XXXII or Brady's first SB, but people will disproportionately hold this one against him.

And that won't matter because all the bitter opinions out there won't change this fact: Peyton Manning is the only NFL QB to lead two different teams to a Super Bowl win. The Denver Broncos are Super Bowl champs and despite the team being powered by defense Manning was very much a part of that effort. He has a 14-13 record in the playoffs, but that's 5-3 with the Broncos. His legacy as a "playoff choke" is undeserved, especially in his time with the Broncos.

So this is worth a read and this conversation is worth continuing as we await the arrival of the 2016 season. (BTW, am I the only one who thinks this offseason is more fun than others?)

Peyton's Redemption

Thanks IKno - I was going to post this and got interrupted didn't get back to it.

I also like the simple pleasure of reading your posts.

 

[Mingo]

“He taught me how to be a pro—the way to approach the game, how to be a good player and teammate on and off the field. He’s taught me a lot…it’s amazing for me.”~Bennie Fowler on Peyton Manning.

The residual influence of Peyton Manning is an obviously subsequent value to the team.

 

[iknowftbll]

Thanks IKno - I was going to post this and got interrupted didn't get back to it.

I also like the simple pleasure of reading your posts.

You are too kind. There are some incredibly smart fans who comment here, that's for sure. It's funny because as far as Broncos news goes, I generally consider this place to be the most reliable source.

 

[SpringStein]

You are too kind. There are some incredibly smart fans who comment here, that's for sure. It's funny because as far as Broncos news goes, I generally consider this place to be the most reliable source.

Don't let Mingo fool you. He just pretends to be a nice guy!

 

[iknowftbll]

Don't let Mingo fool you. He just pretends to be a nice guy!

That was a mean thing to say.

 

[Mingo]

That was a mean thing to say.

By my measurements - Springstein is a nicer and a balder guy than I am (older too).

 

[Mingo]

You are too kind. There are some incredibly smart fans who comment here, that's for sure. It's funny because as far as Broncos news goes, I generally consider this place to be the most reliable source.

This is an extraordinary forum and a great example of the internet at its social best for Bronco fans. Certainly - this is the most enjoyable forum I have ever been on.

 

[SpringStein]

By my measurements - Springstein is a nicer and a balder guy than I am (older too).

Two out of three are correct - balder and older. BUT not by much on either!

 

[Mingo]

Two out of three are correct - balder and older. BUT not by much on either!

So if I'm just "pretending" to be nice, but I'm still by your own concession - "nicer than you" what does that make you some kind of wrinkled crab who yells at kids to "keep off my lawn!?"

 

[SpringStein]

So if I'm just "pretending" to be nice, but I'm still by your own concession - "nicer than you" what does that make you some kind of wrinkled crab who yells at kids to "keep off my lawn!?"

No - GET OFF MY LAWN!

 

[58crash]

This is an extraordinary forum and a great example of the internet at its social best for Bronco fans. Certainly - this is the most enjoyable forum I have ever been on.

Big time this place has best posters ever and it is not even close !! stacked and no lunk heads !!! every one is level headed .. A little decent I like that personally.. I just think chemistry of this place is crazy good !

 

[58crash]

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