Comments on: Manning to quarterback Broncos barring “unexpected snag”

By: captaintriumph

captaintriumph — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:03:44 +0000

I have no respect for players who have to go to already-winning teams to get championships. Manning could have taken the easy, arrogant, and selfish route by going to SF. But he chose a lesser team for the challenge, and because it was a better fit (not playing against his brother). I respect that.

By: meaz23

meaz23 — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 12:17:38 +0000

Great for Denver. Now they can get rid of the sickening overly religeous jerkwad Tebow who was way overrated anyways. Maybe he can go on a preaching tour of Africa.

By: txnative61

txnative61 — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 08:11:45 +0000

Lots of QB’s in this ongoing drama, and to be a QB in the NFL, one has to be intelligent and have a big ego. Sometimes these conflict, then their intelligence needs to realistically appraise their skills, and override ego, and agents, fans, etc. trying to pump them up. Some of the QB’s are also accomplished, having successfully been through this process before to some degree. First among these would be John Elway. He put up big numbers for years, but was not successful in winning a SB until they got a running game to complement his passing. Last year they made remarkable changes to adjust to Tebow’s skill set and beat a good Steelers team, before getting schooled by Patriots. Likely leveraged his Hall of Fame credentials in arriving at mutual goals with Manning, who likely wants a similar career in football, beyond his playing days. So Manning would be second, having won a SB as well. I’m guessing this is a well considered decision, where it’s likely he will continue to have considerable input both on the field, and with complementary personnel decisions. Jim Harbaugh was not as accomplished a QB as either, and would not likely have relinquished similar control. He was an excellent coach and tutor to Alex Smith last year, and was very close to SB as a coach. Alex and Tim Tebow should sublimate their egos until they have actually accomplished something, and continue to mentor under those mentioned above, regardless of the money involved.

By: reggiebush25

reggiebush25 — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 04:23:49 +0000

Now who is the uglyist dude in Denver?…Horse face Elway or Donkey head Manning?

By: situsavaisprier

situsavaisprier — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 03:31:02 +0000

Isn’t it ironic how Peyton Manning used to be a horse (colt) and now is heading to another horse (bronco)?

By: enx31

enx31 — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 01:55:34 +0000

“Tim has earned the right to be the starting quarterback going into training camp next year,” Elway said at his press conference Monday (Jan16).

Why say this? I mean, most of us knew it was just blowing wind but Tebow did a great deal more for the team than anyone expected… it’s just disrespectful.

And M. Hodge can really put a sock in it. I’ve been saying for years, he is an arrogant ‘unintelligent’ waste of an analyst’s paycheck (clearly not for ESPN).

By: wahoo21

wahoo21 — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 00:55:09 +0000

One big hit and he is done. Cold weather in Denver and a backside shot, even the refs can’t protect him from a shot in the numbers.

By: geeforcer

geeforcer — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 22:31:07 +0000

“This sucks……..I hope Tim Tebow does great where ever he goes…

and I hope that Elway gits bit in the ass for this decision…..this wasn’t a business decision, Elway never like Tim Tebow…. Elway is probably an Athiest”
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Aaand this is the exact kind of Tebow Fanbase that had Broncos front office couldn’t get rid of soon enough. The “If you are not happy with sub-49% completion percentage QB you must be a godless heathen” crowd.

By: jtylert

jtylert — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 20:13:10 +0000

Peyton went to Denver instead of San Francisco because he has a soul.

By: yoemss

yoemss — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 19:48:40 +0000

I’m not sure how I feel about this.

On the one hand, as a Seahawks fan I’m glad Payton didn’t land in the NFC West (including with the Seahawks). And the prospect that the 49ers might also lose their incumbent quarterback has the potential to be good for Seattle.

On the other hand, I can’t STAND the Broncos (no offense to Denver fans; my hatred for your team is wholly irrational), and even the possibility that Manning might bring them more success is distressing.

On the OTHER other hand, I really don’t want Eli to have more rings than Payton. Gah!

I’m so conflicted.

By: chawk12thman

chawk12thman — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 19:45:16 +0000

Glad he is in AFC and not in SF. Now; Miami sign Alex Smith and the day will be complete.

By: raiderapologist

raiderapologist — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 19:27:08 +0000

Upon hearing the news, Stanford Routt was immediately called for defensive holding.

By: shellers2

shellers2 — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 19:22:38 +0000

This sucks……..I hope Tim Tebow does great where ever he goes…

and I hope that Elway gits bit in the ass for this decision…..this wasn’t a business decision, Elway never like Tim Tebow…. Elway is probably an Athiest

I am sorry to the other Broncos for saying this, but it really how I feel and I am sorry for you lost…both on losing a Tim and this years coming season

By: ultraback29

ultraback29 — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 19:19:33 +0000

I think this says a lot about John Elway and his football philosophy.

Colorado is in the middle part of the western half of the country. As a place pretty close to Oklahoma and Nebraska whose Cornhuskers were at one time rivals with the Colorado Buffaloes, it’s no surprise that there were many Bronco fans who appreciated Tim Tebow’s style of play. Hey, didn’t John Elway scramble and run for first downs too?

Well, this is where Elway’s background and views are evident. A quarterback known for making a historic first down, Elway didn’t seem himself as a guy “looking to run” but as one “looking to make plays.” In other words, his belief is “Tim is not in my league.”

Elway is from the part of the country that’s on the other side of Colorado in the west. That’s Pac-10 country (yeah, I know it’s the Pac-12 now but the old Pac-10 didn’t include mountain teams like Utah and Colorado). Football there is the most pass-heavy. It’s produced Dan Fouts, Warren Moon, Troy Aikman, Drew Bledsoe, Aaron Rodgers, and Carson Palmer as well as Elway.

I’ve heard on ESPN that the response in Denver is mostly positive, but the reaction appears to be different in Colorado Springs where folks there appear to Tebow loyalists who are very upset. Check the website of the local paper there: http://www.gazette.com/articles/broncos-135444-peyton-tebow.html

By: kevinb73

kevinb73 — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 19:07:40 +0000

Tiki is flabbergasted!

By: opshuns

opshuns — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 18:57:50 +0000

Well Peyton, that ended your count of Super Bowls at ONE. Broncos aren’t going anywhere and Peyton is one hit from distinction.

By: snotienose

snotienose — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 18:45:17 +0000

Woop! Woop!
Listen up Payton, you should have retired while your on top. A good announcing job would be better then trying to prove you’re still a quarterback at 36. Broken bones, concusions, and whatever else you can think of are coming your way.
Maybe you and Bret Pharr can hang out down in Alabama in your wheel chairs on Sunday afternoons drinking ice tea and drolling out the side of your mouths. Don’t worry, you’ll still be able to point at the tv and say foott ball.

By: nremi85

nremi85 — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 18:43:04 +0000

Dolphins need teebow, trade 1 pick for wallace out of pitss. Give pats 7th rd for ocho, and fix the line with the draft and get a corner and de with the draft as well…we will be right back in it FACT

By: ilovefoolsball

ilovefoolsball — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 18:23:56 +0000

It’s obvious he just didn’t like the Niners, and who could blame him.

By: 49erlifer

49erlifer — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 18:17:19 +0000

As a niner fan i hope alex smith signs with miami he will never be better than last year. Denver probally will sneak in the playoffs this year and be 1 and done again. go get j johnson or garrard now balke.

By: tittsburghfeelers

tittsburghfeelers — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 18:07:19 +0000

I hate the donkeys but this make sense. Ppl say they don’t have weapons but those are the ppl that don’t know sh*t about football or have never watched that team. I don’t think the donkeys will e a super bowl contender but should win the division. Interested to see what happens. So glad that tebow crap is over

By: sullijo1

sullijo1 — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 18:03:31 +0000

But, but, but, but…..what about the Chiefs????

Ha Ha – I guess that smug Steelers fan that I overheard saying the Broncos were 3rd in the “list of 3″ was wrong. Very wrong.

Welcome Mr. Manning!

By: nodindenver

nodindenver — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 17:58:06 +0000

To all defensive tackles available: 78,000 people are interested in providing a large dose of ROCKY MOUNTAIN THUNDER on Sundays! The Duke just led yet another 4th quarter comeback.

By: klunge

klunge — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 17:57:41 +0000

Clearly, Peyton’s top priority is to play for whatever team has a horse for a mascot.

By: jonirocit

jonirocit — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 17:53:58 +0000

Ok so now I finally have a reason the dislike manning

By: xx4zu1

xx4zu1 — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 17:48:32 +0000

This really is the signing that made the most sense. The route he took also had some strategical advantages as well.
Very weak division, should be able to get all 6 wins.
Won’t have to worry about knocking lil brother out of the playoffs.
Was able to hinder the one of the Giants major competitors from the prior year.
Was able to help his agent out by generating buzz for Alex.
There still exists the possibility of a Manning v Manning Superbowl. If they can pull that off their children will be regarded as first overall draft picks coming out of POP Warner.

By: turbodog1027

turbodog1027 — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 17:48:18 +0000

sixjak says: Mar 19, 2012 1:17 PM

As a 9er fan, congrats to Denver. Hopefully PM stays healthy for them. The 9ers really did not do AS wrong. They gave him an offer he held out for something better.

It is what it is. To sit and always have to make ppl out to be villains when we know so little about the true facts is what we call “going full retard”.

I know we’re all fans and love to get all caught up in the hype of our teams and such and live in the world of good guy vs. bad guy but really is that reality?

AS or no AS, I’m not too worried about SF’s options at QB.

PS……..you have no option at QB and you wont be playing a lame last place schedule. Of course you still play in the worst division in football so i’m guessing whatever Arena league QB Jimbo digs up might win ya 6 games. Back to being invisible niner fans

By: youdownwithjpp

youdownwithjpp — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 17:48:11 +0000

joe3001 says:
Mar 19, 2012 12:19 PM
I know I’ll get thumbs down for this – but this makes me wonder if Peyton is afraid of failure.

If he signs with the 49ers – they would have been the prohibitive favorite to win the Super Bowl:
- Hall of Fame QB
- Great rushing attack
- Deep WR crew
- All-Pro TE to throw to
- Fierce pass rush & Top 10 Pass Defense
- #1 Run Defense in NFL in 2011
- Elite Special Teams play & coaching
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You’re right that Special Teams play in the NFC Championship was ELI-te.

By: dcommish

dcommish — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 17:44:45 +0000

Denver screws Pittsburgh twice in 3 months and signs Wallace.

By: wilbur8848

wilbur8848 — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 17:41:44 +0000

The Broncos offering a refund on the millions they made with Tebow’s Jersey sales ??????