Peyton, the five, or six, headed, (as opposed to forehead-ed), dorky looking player is one tackle away from an injury that forces his permanent retirement. THis must be more true than originally thought. Peyton's decision to sign with Denver defies "conventional" reasoning. Conventional reasoning was that Peyton's motivation(s) were to play in another Superbowl. Heading to Denver is the least direct, and more difficult path. Manning may value his contribution more highly than the rest of the world. He must.
Apparently, Peyton is motivated by something other than winning a SB. What else explains his actions? Who knows? Obviously, not me. Man, O, man was I off in my assessments. I suck!
Let's consider some other reasons that explain Peyton's choice.
For good or ill, Manning worked with Colt owner Jim Irsay his entire career. Prior to last year's injury, Irsay rewarded Manning a large contract/reward for his services. They worked together for 14 years to enable the Colts winning ways. To not consider Irsay in Manning's decision is ignorant. That relationship maybe not have been love, but it did contain a mutual respect. When it became evident Manning was more fragile and less dependable, the two mapped out a course of action. Irsay would re-build a new Colts organization - he has begun that process. Manning would sell his services on the open market. Both men would not divulge the details of their agreement - as those details would ruin Manning's ability to land another team. Irsay would have a valid reason for revamping the Colts top to bottom - preparing for Andrew Luck - He did the same thing with Manning. Irsay has taught Peyton a few business tactics. Manning listened.
Something's amiss here.
Manning has sold Denver a Bag of Magic Beans. Peyton's motivations are dubious and filled with suspicion - none legitimate. This action by Manning is desperate and not in keeping with Manning's public profile. Denver will pay tens of millions of dollars to a washed up, ready for retirement on the next tackle, player.
Did Peyton avoid S.F. and Tennessee because he respected them more... not wanting to ruin their chances for winning - knowing he will never again be the player he once was. Is there a hidden disdain Manning holds for Denver? At least that is a viable question/explanation. That explanation fits with what we have seen thus far. Wow... Manning must really dislike Elway/Denver/Pat Bowen for reasons unknown.
Was Perhaps Manning promised an ownership role with Denver/Elway. If that is true - that goes against all I know about Elway - egomaniacal. Elway couldn't stand Tebow getting attention. Now, he is prepared to share the spotlight with Manning? This doesn't square. It's not credible to speculate Manning's reputation and career outweigh Elway's ego.
Peyton wants a Manning vs Manning Superbowl? Sure... he chooses the team least able to accomplish that dream within the confines of his playing years - healthy! I'm not buying it.
How this plays out will clarify and confirm these suspicions.
Apparently, Peyton is motivated by something other than winning a SB. What else explains his actions? Who knows? Obviously, not me. Man, O, man was I off in my assessments. I suck!
Let's consider some other reasons that explain Peyton's choice.
For good or ill, Manning worked with Colt owner Jim Irsay his entire career. Prior to last year's injury, Irsay rewarded Manning a large contract/reward for his services. They worked together for 14 years to enable the Colts winning ways. To not consider Irsay in Manning's decision is ignorant. That relationship maybe not have been love, but it did contain a mutual respect. When it became evident Manning was more fragile and less dependable, the two mapped out a course of action. Irsay would re-build a new Colts organization - he has begun that process. Manning would sell his services on the open market. Both men would not divulge the details of their agreement - as those details would ruin Manning's ability to land another team. Irsay would have a valid reason for revamping the Colts top to bottom - preparing for Andrew Luck - He did the same thing with Manning. Irsay has taught Peyton a few business tactics. Manning listened.
Something's amiss here.
Manning has sold Denver a Bag of Magic Beans. Peyton's motivations are dubious and filled with suspicion - none legitimate. This action by Manning is desperate and not in keeping with Manning's public profile. Denver will pay tens of millions of dollars to a washed up, ready for retirement on the next tackle, player.
Did Peyton avoid S.F. and Tennessee because he respected them more... not wanting to ruin their chances for winning - knowing he will never again be the player he once was. Is there a hidden disdain Manning holds for Denver? At least that is a viable question/explanation. That explanation fits with what we have seen thus far. Wow... Manning must really dislike Elway/Denver/Pat Bowen for reasons unknown.
Was Perhaps Manning promised an ownership role with Denver/Elway. If that is true - that goes against all I know about Elway - egomaniacal. Elway couldn't stand Tebow getting attention. Now, he is prepared to share the spotlight with Manning? This doesn't square. It's not credible to speculate Manning's reputation and career outweigh Elway's ego.
Peyton wants a Manning vs Manning Superbowl? Sure... he chooses the team least able to accomplish that dream within the confines of his playing years - healthy! I'm not buying it.
How this plays out will clarify and confirm these suspicions.
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