David Butler II-US PRESSWIRE


#1 Peyton Manning

Peyton Manning was drafted in 1998 as the #1 pick overall. Peyton Manning is the best player in the Indianapolis Colts history.

Manning received rookie of the year in 1998 and has been to 11 pro-bowls. He has every record that the colts have from a quarterback standpoint.
Peyton Manning is a 4-time MVP and a Super Bowl Champion. He has been the cornerstone for the Indianapolis Colts organization since 1998, and even with the recent issues with his neck surgeries, he is still one of the best quarterbacks in the league.

Manning's pre-snap routine is one of the most recognizable and parodied routines in sports. The Indianapolis Colts almost exclusive use of the hurry-up offense has led to Manning using an array of gestures and verbal commands to call the play at the line of scrimmage, rather than in the huddle.

In February 2011, Manning signed a five-year, $90 million contract extension with the Colts. In May 2011, he underwent neck surgery to alleviate neck pain and arm weakness he dealt with during the previous few seasons. Manning had hoped to play in the 2011 season, but in September 2011, he underwent a much more serious second surgery: a level one cervical fusion procedure.

Manning had never missed an NFL game in his career, but was forced to miss the entire 2011 season.

The future is uncertain for Manning but with what he has done in his career, he is a guaranteed first ballet election to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.


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