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[hcmv007]

I think Manning doesn't sign with the Cardinals, Dolphins, Jets, or Seahawks-but the Dallas Cowboys. They have a good defense, some good recievers and all they need is a QB. Jerry Jones wants another Super Bowl and will pull all the stops he can to land Peyton Manning. Tony Romo IMO is just a glorified back up QB.

[tdalton]

I think we'll be looking at a bidding war between a few of those teams. I figure the Cardinals, Jets, and Dolphins will be his primary suitors, although I wouldn't be the least bit surprised if the Cowboys entered the discussion either.

If the Cowboys do get involved, I think that puts it down between the Jets and Cowboys, as I can't see the Cardinals entering the financial stratosphere that the Jets and Cowboys will take this thing to in order to land Manning, and the Dolphins might not want to go that high either since they can take Matt Flynn, whose OC in Green Bay is now the head coach in Miami, at a much cheaper price and then surround him with better talent.

I think the teams that make the most sense, of the ones that ESPN has been discussing ad nauseum since yesterday, are the Cardinals and Jets (and I'm not including them because I'm a fan of the team, although I'd be ecstatic if they managed to land him). Reggie Wayne is probably going to go wherever Manning does, if there's cap room, so the idea of Reggie Wayne and Larry Fitzgerald teaming up with Manning in the desert would make them an instant contender.

The Jets are said to be very much interested in resigning Braylon Edwards and there's a lot of rumors out there that they're interested in Vincent Jackson as well. They can get Edwards at a bargain price, perhaps even the minimum, and teaming him, Santonio Holmes, along with either Jackson or Wayne with Manning throwing them the ball, that's an almost unbeatable combo. Even if they don't get Jackson or Wayne, Manning would still be throwing to the same receiving corps that took the Jets to two AFC Championship games with Mark Sanchez throwing them the ball. Add into that Jeremy Kerley, who would become a star in the NFL under Manning's tutiledge, and the Jets would be primed for their first Super Bowl appearance since 1969.

[Cruiserweight]

According to reports, Manning has put out feelers to Arizona as he's very interested in Arizona. It's said that Arizona is also willing to bring in Reggie Wayne.
I don't really see Dallas being involved in this at all.

This is from the Denver Post. Peyton Manning will be in Denver tonight visiting with the Broncos, according to two NFL sources.
This is getting serious, folks.
Manning, arguably the most decorated free agent in NFL history, has the Broncos on his short list. The long-time Indianapolis Colts quarterback was released earlier this week amid concerns about his neck, a $26 million bonus payment and the team's opportunity to select highly prized quarterback Andrew Luck with the No. 1 pick in the upcoming NFL draft.
Manning, 35, has been cleared to throw by his neck specıalıst, Dr. Robert Watkins. One NFL source said Manning will also visit the Arizona Cardinals and Miami Dolphins after visiting with the Broncos. A source said Manning would like to make a decision by Tuesday, the first day of free agency.
Broncos vice president of football operations John Elway, coach John Fox and general manager Brian Xanders are currently in Stillwater, Okla., watching the Oklahoma State pro day workout that features quarterback Brandon Weeden.
The Broncos have the No. 25 pick in the draft, plus the 25th selection in the second round. Weeden, who turns 29 in October, is considered the second-best passer to Luck in the draft. He is projected to be chosen between the Broncos' top two picks.
Manning will turn 36 in two weeks.

Personally I think Manning going to Denver would be a mistake. Denver is obviously looking for a quick,short term fix instead of looking at the long term. Sitting behind Manning for 2-3 years would do no good for Tebow.

[The Dove]

And one Mr. P. Manning is beginning his tour of interested teams in....*drum roll please*...Denver!! HAH! I love it.. Ok, so it's really a get-to-know-the-area and team and facilities visit..nothing about contract negotiations.. Leave it to a former Colt QB pick, drafted in 1983 in John Elway, who was traded to Denver, to try and woo ANOTHER former Colt QB in Manning to Denver.

Personaly, I really do think that if the Broncos could get Manning to have Tebow sit behind and learn from, that would be a very good scenario. Manning only has say about 3 years left so if Tebow can sit, learn and gain from watching a PROVEN winning QB, then he'll be ready to take the team once Manning finally hangs it up.

[Cruiserweight]

If Denver gets Manning no way is Tebow even on the team anymore.eir system

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Linebackers D.J. Williams and defensive end Ryan McBean both of the Denver Broncos found to have non human urine in their system.
http://espn.go.com/n...green-suspended

[Eric Stromberg]

Well, yeah. It's obvioiusly Bronco urine. What's the issue here?

And one Mr. P. Manning is beginning his tour of interested teams in....*drum roll please*...Denver!! HAH! I love it.. Ok, so it's really a get-to-know-the-area and team and facilities visit..nothing about contract negotiations.. Leave it to a former Colt QB pick, drafted in 1983 in John Elway, who was traded to Denver, to try and woo ANOTHER former Colt QB in Manning to Denver.

Personaly, I really do think that if the Broncos could get Manning to have Tebow sit behind and learn from, that would be a very good scenario. Manning only has say about 3 years left so if Tebow can sit, learn and gain from watching a PROVEN winning QB, then he'll be ready to take the team once Manning finally hangs it up.

Agree with all, Dove. Manning will carve up the AFC West defenses. Let's keep our fingers crossed on this longshot! GO BRONCOS

[Cruiserweight]

This would be a total slap in the face to Tebow and a short term solution to a long term problem. Totally disagree.

[tdalton]

The window for the Jets' opportunity at a Super Bowl has officially come to a close. The Jets announced a three year contract extension for Mark Sanchez tonight, which puts him amongst the highest paid at his position (according to the article), despite the fact he has done nothing to earn that kind of money.

While I was fairly confident that they would never land Peyton Manning, they needed to at least try to use that as a motivational tool for Sanchez, who has performed better when threatened with benching by Rex Ryan over his three years as the QB. This was also a contract year for Sanchez, a year in which most players have their best seasons of production, and now the Jets have taken both of those motivational factors away from Sanchez, who will most likely now continue to plateau like he did last season.

The Jets have proved with this deal that they value personal feelings and friendships for players over their bottom-line performance, which is the sign of a bad franchise. They like Mark Sanchez as a person, and that's not a bad thing as he seems like a cool enough guy to hang out with, but he's done nothing to prove that he is the future of the franchise as he heads into what would have been the final season of his rookie contract.

[Cruiserweight]

The Washington Redskins have made the deal with the St.Louis Rams to draft up and presumably

draft Robert Griffin III and it cost them a boat load. The Redskins traded their first and second round draft choices this year as well as their 2013 & 2014 first round draft picks to move up to the #2 draft spot this year. Mike Shanahan has a lot riding on whoever they draft at #2.

[tdalton]

The Washington Redskins have made the deal with the St.Louis Rams to draft up and presumably

draft Robert Griffin III and it cost them a boat load. The Redskins traded their first and second round draft choices this year as well as their 2013 & 2014 first round draft picks to move up to the #2 draft spot this year. Mike Shanahan has a lot riding on whoever they draft at #2.

This is just another case of the ineptitude of the Washington Redskins leadership shining through. The fact that they gave up 3 first-round picks for a rookie QB shows how incompetent they are as a franchise. This will be the move that ultimately gets Mike Shanahan fired in a season or two.

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[Cruiserweight]

Vic Lombardi of CBS 4 (Denver) said that we should expect a Manning decision tomorrow, and his sources are telling him that there's a 80% chance that it'll be Denver. He also said that Tebow has been told he'd be traded in this situation.

[hcmv007]

I think its Arizona-The Cardinals would be a great fit-indoor stadium, warm weather and Larry Fitgerald to throw to. Remember cold weather isn't the best place for one with neck issues, and Denver is a great place don't get me wrong, I am not badmouthing the city of Denver or the Broncos, but the Cards have the dough and a HC with a proven track record of getting the most out of a veteran QB (Kurt Warner ring a bell?).

[Eric Stromberg]

The press in Denver is running wild with this story. If people thought Tebow-mania was crazy, wait till they get a load of Mile High Manning!

[The Dove]

Well as it turns out, Manning is NOT very likely to make his final decision on which team he'll sign with by tomorrow...and now the Tennessee Titans are throwing their name into the mix trying to woo Peyton. Man, as much as I would LOVE Peyton to come to Denver, I really don't know if I could deal with the ensuing Tebow/Manning drama...but on the other hand, we Denver fans would relish the opportunity to chant that old Manning classic:

[Eric Stromberg]

It'll be a hot mess for sure, Dove. But probably worth it to Denver to get a few seasons and shots at the Super Bowl with Peyton. I'm a big fan of Tebow's and I don't want to see him go, but it looks like he will be traded if the deal goes down. Worth it for an aging QB with potentially serious health issues? It appears that Elway and crew think so...

[The Dove]

It's times like these Eric that I am glad I was NOT one of the Tebow-fanatics to rush out and spend hard earned money on a #15 Broncos jersey..My rule of thumb, unless you are #7 John Elway, then as Broncos fans, you should probably stick with buying non-QB jerseys..I'm thinking a #58 Von Miller might be my next one..hope he comes back full strength this season from his injury..

[Eric Stromberg]

Thanks, Dove. Now I feel REALLY bad about that #15 tattoo I got on my neck after the Pittsburgh win...

[The Dove]

Oh no!! Whoops! Sorry about that Eric...Well for the moment, Tebow is STILL a Bronco and may still be if Manning fails to sign with Denver..

[hcmv007]

Saints get colston to re-sign. Come on Drew & Carl-follow suit! Please!

[The Dove]

Miami trades Brandon Marshall to the Chicago Bears....Vincent Jackson signs with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers..Eddie Royal, opts NOT to return to Denver and is apparently reunited with Mike Shanahan in Washington (NOOOOO!!!), Former Raiders QB, Jason Campbell signs to back up Jay Cutler in Chi-town. and Browns RB Peyton Hillis...headed to Kansas City?? Ahh the wonders of NFL Free Agency!!

Meanwhile, there is that QB fella, Peyton Manning.. The Texans backed out, Can't imagine the Dolphins have much of a shot for his services with them trading away Brandon Marshall, The Titans have a visit from him scheduled for tomorrow..but I'm still hearing out of Denver that the Broncos are one of the top two places he desires the most.. Dear, Tim Tebow, it was fun while it lasted but I think Jacksonville needs your services!

[Eric Stromberg]

Pure madness. I can't remember a FA season like this one. Vincent Jackson not in the AFC-W? Okay with me as a Bronco fan. I have a feeling PM will sign with Denver. Just my intuition. If so I hope Tebow finds his groove somewhere. I really like him. Let's open the throttle with Mile High Manning and see what this thing can do!

[The Dove]

Indeed Eric..but I'm concerned about losing Eddie Royal (it isn't 100% official yet)..HOWEVER, we could try and lure Reggie Wayne to Denver if Peyton signs..Once we get our QB issues sorted, I hope we can use what little draft picks we have this year to work on Defensive issues.. I don't see Brian Dawkins back and Champ Bailey is no spring chicken any more. Another pass rusher to aid Dumerville and Von Miller would be nice too!

UPDATE: Never mind that bit about Reggie Wayne... Just saw online that he's resigned with the Colts for a 3-year deal.. Damn!

Edited by The Dove, 14 March 2012 - 02:13 AM.

[hcmv007]

Bucs sign former Saints G Carl Nicks to a gargantuan contract. Best of luck to him-except for 2 games a year.

[The Dove]

More free agent tidbits.. QB Kyle Orton signs with the Cowboys (poor guy can't beat out Rex Grossman in Chicago, Tim Tebow in Denver or Matt Cassel in KC), Mario Williams signs with the Buffalo Bills, and Eddie Royal (this one hurts for us Broncos fans) signs with the San Diego Chargers..D'oh! Meanwhile, the Peyton Manning watch continues...

[Eric Stromberg]

Lots of off season action! There's a part of me that wonders about the Cowboys-Orton deal. Is he really going in as a backup? I'm thinking the Cowpokes are not too happy with Romo, and Orton is the starter if they can't light a fire under Romo's *ss and get better play. Orton is too good to be Romo's backup. I bet he is thinking he can grab that position.

Eddie Royal to Chargers is a bit weird, right? His first couple seasons were pretty good, but after that kinda flat. Maybe he will be reinvigorated here in San Diego. In his press conference he was praising the San Diego coaching staff...right, the Chargers are known for their great coaches over the years! Good one, Eddie.

Hoping the Peyton decision gets announced today so we can either celebrate or move on. I bet he is having a difficult time making the call. Tennessee is a better fit as a home for him and his family, but Denver is a more interesting team and is in a better position to dominate their division and get to the playoffs.

[The Dove]

Ahh Eric, well Manning has invited John Elway, John Fox, Pat Bowlen and Co, to fly down to Duke University to watch him work out.. The Titans will also be visiting at some point.. This is HUGE news! Oh and Peyton has officially told the Miami Dolphins, thanks, but NO thanks...and I hear the Cardinals are turning back to Kevin Kolb...Hmmm!!

[Eric Stromberg]

I was very happy to hear this workout news at Duke as well. BUT, there is now a huge turd in the punchbowl. As you probably already know by the time you read this, the 49ers have thrown their hat in the ring. If Manning's #1 selection requirement is the surest and swiftest path to SB championships, the 49ers represent the best candidate of the bunch. Peyton running the offense (with Moss, no less) and the killer defense they already have...they would be formidable.

[The Dove]

BREAKING NEWS!!: Peyton Manning to sign with....the Denver Broncos!! HELL YEAH!!! CUT THAT DEAL!!...CUT THAT DEAL!! LOL.. Broncos are now in looking to trade Tim Tebow...Man, I do wish Tebow well, wherever he ends up.. *doing a dance of joy and excitement at the thought that #18 is gonna be a Bronco*