so sad to see Manning released

[UnderdogDJLSW]

I heard on the radio yesterday that they are now saying that Arizona would be the perfect fit for him because of Fitzgerald, but I sure do hope he goes to Miami.

Oh, I am also sure that Dan Snyder wants to write a big check, too.

[SPittVol]

There has never been a QB in the NFL that had as much responsibility for his team as Peyton. Peyton has basically been the QB and Offensive Coordinator for the Colts since about his 3rd year in the league. Brady is a great QB, but there is no way he has the success he's had without Bellichek. I think Peyton is the predominant reason for thr success the Colts have experienced. For that reason, I place Manning ahead of Brady. That's my opinion.

[BlackKnight]

I always thought Brady was the better modern day quarterback of the two.

I just disagree with this Statement.
At 1st ...., Yes, when the Showdowns Started.
But the Last Few Years ? .... I think Payton Has Pretty Much Reigned Victorious Over Brady's Mistakes in thier Matches.

For me ...
I like watching aspects of Payton.... But find his consistant Audibles he calls at the Line so Damn Boring ...., That I feel like I am Watching Baseball. I am not gonna lie here ..., I like the Excitement of the Gunslinger Quaterback. Thats why I was a Favre Fan, Thats why I like watching QB's like Breese , Romo , Rivers And Even Eli . Sure ...., it's inconsistant ...., But it makes for an Exciting Entertaining Game ot say the Least.

I just don't care much for Perfection .... or Like when Dilfer won the Superbowl .... , Just don't make Mistakes ...., let the Defense Win. Bah ! Give me something to watch.


But I will Write this ..., Just one more time.
Payton has Proven 1 Thing above all Else.
There IS ...., an I in Team Folks.

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...and is beloved by everyone...

There's always been something about Payton with me. Not that he did anything wrong and he's not on the level of "can't stand him" like Brett Favre was, and he certainly was one of the best but in his prime I always thought Brady was the better modern day quarterback of the two. I also couldn't stand the constant shadow he cast over his brother. Now the argument is that Eli won two Super Bowls but Payton won 4 Mvp's. If I were a player, I'd take the championships over the awards every time. Plus all those commercials he did were always right in your face and in the end he just kinda rubbed me the wrong way. I'm happy with Eli on my team and I'd love for Payton to go to the Jets and have them in the same city. Especially since the Jets are like watching a train wreck which is probably the exact reason he won't sign with them. I do hope he plays more though so I don't have to see him in the booth which is where I think he's headed.

[SPittVol]

I agree, there's a big difference between being past his prime and being injured...the season before he threw for 33 TD passes, that's pretty freakin good

Absolutely! A healthy Peyton Manning is a top 5 NFL QB, even at 35 yrs old.

[toys2cool]

If he is healthy, Peyton still has some good years left. Any team needing a QB should jump at the chance to sign him.

I agree, there's a big difference between being past his prime and being injured...the season before he threw for 33 TD passes, that's pretty freakin good

[Brad]

I hope so bro, we haven't anything to cheer about football wise here in a while

I remember waking up on my birthday to find out Marino retired this year my birthday lands on the first day of free agency, what a gift that would be

D, I am pretty sure that since the Colts basically released him (by not wanting to pay that huge bonus) that Manning is able to sign with any team now. It's players with expiring contracts that have to wait until the FA period begins. Otherwise all the teams making comments about being interested in signing him would be violating the tampering rules. So the race is officially on as of his release today!

[SPittVol]

No offense to Manning (I'm not a huge fan, but I do respect his ability) but he is exactly the type of player that Washington likes to take chances on. Big name players that are just past their prime.

If he is healthy, Peyton still has some good years left. Any team needing a QB should jump at the chance to sign him.

[Toyman_Chris]

Miami will be his next stop. It's the perfect fit for him.

Wish the Packers had cut Farve three years before they let him "retire"

[Steeler80]

I could see the Redskins breaking the bank.

No offense to Manning (I'm not a huge fan, but I do respect his ability) but he is exactly the type of player that Washington likes to take chances on. Big name players that are just past their prime.

[Wise4671]

If Peyton does play next season (And I really think He will just to prove that He can) I really think Miami will be his best fit.

[Random Axe]

It's easy to forget some small details in the midst of what transpired today, but there is one major hurdle to overcome here. Before any team will sign him, he'll have to pass one MAJOR physical exam. He might not pass one therefore he might play agian. Just thought I'd throw this out there since it's a very real scenario. I hope this doesn't happen and he can play a couple more seasons, but time and reality is constantly gaining ground on us all.

[toys2cool]

yea Houston seems highly unlikely to me...that's already a good team.. and it's widely known that Archie rather have Peyton on the AFC then the NFC with Eli

[toys2cool]

Man, Damien...if you guys take Manning...and even if he's only 75%...your Dolphins are going to be one scary team...you already have a solid D...and solid running game.

I hope so bro, we haven't anything to cheer about football wise here in a while

I remember waking up on my birthday to find out Marino retired this year my birthday lands on the first day of free agency, what a gift that would be

[Goblin19]

Houston was a Super Bowl contender until Schaub went down. If they were interested, they would be ideal. I can't imagine why they would part with Schaub, though.