Peyton Manning takes a shot at Tom Brady
by BigBlueShoe on Oct 12, 2009 1:28 PM EDT
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Peyton and Tom are pretty good friends. Though this likely annoys the piss out of New England Patriots fans, who likely still think Peyton "got lucky" facing the then-Rex Grossman-led Bears in the Super Bowl, resulting in his "only one" Super Bowl win, both players have mutual respect and admiration for one another. They text each other after games, check up with each other during the off-season, and have worked together in the past to ensure that the QBs in this league are well taken care of.
But last night, dare I say, I do believe Peyton Manning took a shot at Tom Brady, who has noticeably been acting like a whiny bitch during games when it comes to lobbying for roughing the passer calls.
Before we get into what Manning said, flash back two weeks ago. On a key drive by the Patriots offense against the Baltimore Ravens, Terrell Suggs attempted to sack Tom Brady. After Brady let his pass fly, Suggs lounged at Brady and brushed up against his knees. Before Suggs seemingly hit the ground, Brady turned to official Ron Winter and started pleading for a flag. Replays show Winters seemed swayed by Brady's pleas and tossed yellow at his feet.
15 yard penalty. Pats first down. The drive would later end with a touchdown.
Contrast this with last night. In his own endzone, late in the second quarter, Peyton Manning lets a pass fly. He is then hit immediately, below the knees, by Kyle Vanden Bosch. The official sees the hit and throws yellow. Vanden Bosch can't believe it, but that is "The Brady Rule" defined. Vanden Bosch spun out of a block, fell, and hit Manning's knee with sufficient force to knock Manning down. By rule, that's a penalty, like it or not.
The 15 yards gives Indy a fresh set of downs, which they use to march 93 yards (aided by two more roughing the passer penalties as the Titans seemed to come unglued prior to halftime) for a TD to close the half.
Now, when Manning was hit by Vanden Bosch, many noticed that he did not turn and plead with the official for a flag, in stark contrast to Brady against the Ravens. And immediately after the flag was thrown, you did not see Manning applaud or pump his fist for the call, also in stark contrast to Brady against the Patriots.
Indeed, following the game, Manning seemed to make it a point that he does not do that kind of stuff:
Manning wanted to differentiate himself from how New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady reacted in light of a similar, but softer, call in a Week 4 victory over the Baltimore Ravens."I’ve never asked for a call, I’ve never clapped when they’ve made a call," he said. "I clap when we get the yards because of execution. The first one, I’ve had that hit before to the knee. I don’t know if I have to validate it or not, but I’ve got to see the doctor after this and get treatment. Obviously when you plant that left knee it’s in a vulnerable position, I wear that brace for that reason alone, hopefully it protects me there."
Make no mistake about it folks, that is indeed a shot a Tom Brady. Those calls against the Ravens (which, by rule, were correct I might add) are still fresh in everyone's mind. And when we see Peyton get a call due in part to "The Brady Rule," they become even more fresh. So, when Peyton says "I’ve never asked for a call, I’ve never clapped when they’ve made a call... I clap when we get the yards because of execution," he's thinking about Tom Brady. Peyton never says anything unless he's thought it through.
Like Peyton, I personally like and respect Brady. I was sickened to see him go down in a heap last year and I agree that rules protecting that which we shell out good money to see (quarterbacks) are a good thing.
However, part of people's frustration with "The Brady Rule" is how players, like the rule's namesake, have been seemingly crying for calls because of it. It seems like Manning is also aware this frustration, and is trying to let people know not all QBs cry for yellow, or applaud and fist pump afterward when they get it.
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a few errors:
- there were 2 total, not 3, RTP calls on that drive
- Brady plays for the Patriots, not against them
- you left out the part where Brady is better than Manning because he has more titles.
(you can delete me after you fix them)
by willyduer on Oct 12, 2009 1:55 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
You left out the part where team titles aren’t an arbiter of individual greatness. Unless you’re prepared to argue that Roger Craig is a better running back then Barry Sanders, Leon Lett is a better defensive lineman then Deacon Jones, Mark Bavaro is a better tight end then Tony Gonzalez and Mark Rypien is a better quarterback the Dan Marino or Dan Fouts.
Titles are a measure of team and organizational greatness not an arbiter of individual greatness. That we’ve come to think they alone determine how great a quarterback is is laughable because no quarterback wins or loses in a vacuum and it’s not a standard we apply to any other position on the field. They’re either the only important statistic or they not, they can’t be important to some positions but not others.
by hyphenated11 on Oct 12, 2009 2:39 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm pretty sure you missed his sarcasm.
Most of us here already agree with pretty much everything you said.
by nmbrthry on Oct 12, 2009 3:46 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
i see the
sarcasm but in general to the common arguing of the better quarterbacks when comparing any quarterbacks that rins just cant be the main thing u are judged by
by ANGELSFAITH on Oct 12, 2009 3:49 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
which is precisely why
it was an obvious joke.
Maybe not so obvious, apparently.
by willyduer on Oct 12, 2009 4:33 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I didn’t see the sarcasm. My fault.
by hyphenated11 on Oct 12, 2009 5:11 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
If he was taking a shot at Brady, I’m sure he regretted it before he even got home. Unlike some bloggers I know, Manning never insults other players. It’s one of the great qualities of the Colts collective character that they are consistently respectful and complimentary of their opponents. It’s amazing to me that someone could dedicate so much time to following the Colts and never benefit at all from their mature example.
I don’t know the context of this quotation—whether a reporter mentioned Brady by name or invited Manning to compare himself to other quarterbacks. There could be a different way to interpret it given that context. It annoys me that you always look for opportunities to insult other teams. You don’t appreciate the professionalism that makes the Colts special. I think you’d emulate it once in a while if you did.
by LukeM on Oct 12, 2009 1:59 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
There's nothing unprofessional
About acting like a football player, and calling out people who don’t but play one on TV. If you are afraid to call out a colleague for acting out of his profession, then you are a coward. Notice that he was classy in the fact that he mentioned no names, but let the facts speak for themselves.
There is a huge difference between professional and being a coward. He stepped up and in the classiest way possible, let his friend know to suck it up.
I also wish I had time and motivation to blog at Speed Blue Nation
by Bullard47 on Oct 12, 2009 2:05 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
If he thought that his friend needed to "suck it up"...
by LukeM on Oct 12, 2009 2:21 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
…then he could have just called him on the phone.
by LukeM on Oct 12, 2009 2:22 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
The point
In a call out is to make the man own up to it. If he says it on the phone, he can just say “whatever”. It’s like when Mike Singletary sent Vernon Davis to the showers last year. Now, he’s a team captain. And playing like a top tier TE(which he should have been to start with)
I also wish I had time and motivation to blog at Speed Blue Nation
by Bullard47 on Oct 12, 2009 2:33 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Bull. Bull. BULL.
Airing out differences in public like that is the epitome of unprofessional behavior. I agree with LukeM here: I don’t think Peyton was aiming at Tom at all. And I fully believe it’s because he understand what being a professional entails.
It’s not cowardice to choose to not call someone out in public. It’s discretion.
by aldctjoc on Oct 12, 2009 3:26 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
When someone is lowering the standards IN YOUR PROFESSION
And you are a public figure in that profession, it is part of YOUR JOB to hold that person PUBLICLY accountable. There was no other person he could be talking about. And it wasn’t meant to be catty or degrading. They are friends. He was telling him to be a man, like he should.
Suck faces that think that people should let every transgression against your values go uncontested in fact suck. People like Peyton that protect their friend by not using his name, but still put it straight out there about the issue he has with that friend, and making him accountable for behavior that he finds unacceptable is the responsible thing to do. And probably was difficult for Peyton, but he knew that he had to do it to give his friend a kick in the ass, and to protect the image of the NFL Quarterback(and by extension that same friend).
I also wish I had time and motivation to blog at Speed Blue Nation
by Bullard47 on Oct 12, 2009 3:54 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Your pretty funny...
cowards…suck faces…values? Give me a break. I question you even know what the word coward means…it certainly has nothing to do with calling out someone in the press….I also doubt that Manning would classify this as a real value…as we have all seen him ask for calls and clap when they came…not the Brady rule mind you but pass interference.
Also, regarding Brady…we could remember that he was injured and out a whole season…he may be a little sensitive about his knees….it would be natural. Not saying that I didn’t laugh at him a little, but I do think I understand where he is coming from.
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by TRDean on Oct 13, 2009 9:10 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
"Idiot Kicker"
…Manning will take a shot when one is warranted…
by invisibulman on Oct 12, 2009 5:27 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah
but that was in retaliation for the idiot kicker calling him and dungy out without warning or reason. Vanderjagt is a POS and deserved that comment. I could not be happier that he is no longer on this team and his replacement upgraded replacement is much classier and a great teammate
by npb1985 on Oct 12, 2009 6:02 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm not blaming Brady for this
If he wants to take advantage of Goodell’s wussification system, more power to him. It’s not his fault the league is going soft. My problem with this whole thing is that the league is inconsistent with its roughing the passer penaties. We all know about all the calls for Brady, and Peyton is up there with him even though he doesn’t ask for them. Meanwhile, I can’t remember the last time a roughing the passer penalty was called after a late hit on Ben. I specifically remember a Ravens safety(Nakamura, I think) hitting Ben in the back nearly 2 seconds after he released the pass. There was an an official standing nearby, yet no flag was thrown.
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by LV Steelers Fan on Oct 12, 2009 2:17 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
"Make no mistake about it"
Let’s not create drama, exaggerate, over analyze, and hang on every word out of Peyton’s mouth. Your bold/gossipy statement about Peyton talking a “shot” at Brady is totally out of context. I normally agree with your articles, but this is ridiculous. I don’t think that Peyton would appreciate this. I am glad opposing defenses aren’t able to read his mind as easily as you can. Get real.
by Mullit18 on Oct 12, 2009 2:20 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Don't see how that's a shot
at Brady, even though Kuharsky saw it like that. Now if Peyton actually said, “I want to differentiate myself from Tom….” then I’d say otherwise. I think what he said definitely did reflect Brady’s whiny primadonna behavior (Peyton also did not run away from an interview after the game), but it wasn’t exactly a call out or anything. I wouldn’t go about creating something out of nothing and make some drama when there really isn’t any.
I think that is just Peyton-speak. I’m sure he was asked about the call (as opposed to just speaking his mind about it Ray Lewis/TO style), and he gave his honest opinion. And what he said was true. He does NOT clap or call for penalties and DOES clap for his teammates. It seems like you’re trying to read between the lines too much and assume Peyton is calling Brady out. He is not. He just answered a question.
by npb1985 on Oct 12, 2009 2:30 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
How many other QBs have clapped for roughing calls
over the course of the season?
Peyton’s not stupid.
by slash196 on Oct 12, 2009 2:32 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
he isn't taking a shot at brady
brady is the one we all focus on but he isn’t the only QB to do it nor will he be the last many complain to the reffs for flags just look at players like rivers
by ANGELSFAITH on Oct 12, 2009 2:39 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
ANGELSFAITH
That’s a naive comment, especially when just about every sports show has been looping Brady “fist pumping” the Winters flag for over a week.
Manning knew what he was saying, and he knew the context of how he said it. It was calling out Brady, and it was setting the record straight on how most QBs should react to calls like roughing the passer. Peyton sets the standard and everyone else follows.
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by BigBlueShoe on Oct 12, 2009 2:46 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I see what you're saying BBS
and I obviously dislike Brady, but what you are writing in your post makes it sound like you believe Peyton is trying to stir up controversy. That is something he does not do. I agree that by saying what he said, he is once again setting the standard for how a QB should act. That is why he’s the best. It wasn’t like he said, “Tom Brady is acting like a pussy,” and I’m sure he didn’t mean it to be interpreted that way. That’s just my opinion, though, you’re entitled to yours. I just think Manning has too much class to put down a player like you suggest, even if it is someone as deserving of a put down as whiny Brady.
by npb1985 on Oct 12, 2009 2:58 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
look BBS dont get me worn
i know what brady did and that that was what manning likely was thinkng of when he said it cause it was so fresh in his and everybodies mind. but my point is manning is smart and isn’t going to call out a single player (brady) when he knows it is a bigger issure than just one player
by ANGELSFAITH on Oct 12, 2009 3:42 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Peyton=Class
Hi, Colts fans,
As you could probably guess, I’m a Broncos fan and I’m really happy we’re unbeaten like you are! Of course, I acknowledge the Patriots to be fraudulent and it’s so good to see the apprentice (McDaniels) get over on the “master,” (Mr. Hoodie the cheater). Everyone knows the Colts are better than the Pats and your excellence began long before theirs and now that they’ve gone into decline, you still remain. Before the season began, I didn’t worry about beating the Patriots, I worried about beating the Colts. Not only is Peyton a cold-blooded assassin on the field, he’s a really nice, classy guy off of it. I’ve loved Tony Dungy all my life and I’ve felt linked to Peyton because he had a teacher in college (Jon Smith) who taught me at Southern Utah University when he was at Tennessee. I’m a Mormon as well and did my mission just like Austin Collie. I just want you Colts fans to know that Peyton is the G.O.A.T, that is indisputable. I hope that the Broncos continue to improve and have a shot at beating you. If not, however, you’re a fun and classy team to watch. When I tell my kids about watching great quarterbacks, Peyton’s at the top of the list for being a champ both on and off the field. I look forward to December 13 when the Broncos visit Lucas Oil Stadium.
by Brad James Bronco Fan on Oct 12, 2009 2:56 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
The Broncos have looked legit all season
Luckily, everyone is no longer giving the coach gripe about his decisions. What i think Mcdaniels did, is take away a QB that he felt could not lead his team. While Cutler is alot more talented than Orton, and has looked great in Chicago after week 1, he knew that his personality would not fit what he wanted in his QB. I hope that assessment is not way off. But what that move did, is fill the Broncos with draft picks that have made them a more complete team, and a great leader in Orton. Mcdaniels even has Brandon Marshall giving him praise. The Broncos have done a great job, and deserve their record. With that said, they are going to be a really tough team to face.
by ColtsPurdueFanFromKY on Oct 12, 2009 5:41 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Some truth to this
However, if Cutler leads the Bears to the playoffs and helps them win a playoff game while Kyle Orton faults and the Bronocs either don’t make it or are knocked out early, the decision to trade Cutler will still haunt McDaniels and the Broncos.
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by BigBlueShoe on Oct 12, 2009 6:22 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Also
McDaniels did not want Orton. He wanted Cassel.
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by BigBlueShoe on Oct 12, 2009 6:22 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
BUT
Orton looks legit. His stats as a starting QB are not eye opening but they are consistent, high percentage, and quality plays. There was another guy alot like Orton to some degree…..a guy by the name Rich Gannon… you might remember him???
The point is that you have guys like Peyton Manning, Dan Marino, John Elway, Donovan McNabb….that all carried their teams in most of the games they played….and you have guys like Orton, Gannon, Tom Brady…..that manage their team by being consistent and throwing quality throws.
If guys like Brad Johnson, Phil Simms, Trent Dilfer, and even Jake freaking Delhomme can be in the SB (and all but Delhomme win) than Orton is far more up to the task then the rest.
Lastly, it’s easy to say Orton isn’t that great, but look at what they had in Chicago on offense….a running game and nothing else. They had a mediocre offensive coordinator that was built on running the ball. Look at how well Orton has played in McDaniels offense….. 1200 yards thru 5 games, 7 TD’s, and one INT that was literally a gimme toss to end the half….
High 90’s passer rating, over 60% completions, and he’s averaging about 250 yards per game….
Cutler is in the NFC, where every year it seems 4 new teams make the postseason. That’s too easy to make a comparison for whether or not the Broncos flop. The Bears underachieved last year, and should have been a postseason team. The Broncos completely overachieved and fell apart at the end of the year for like the 5th straight year.
Bottom line, the trade improved both teams, as McDaniels offense is not built on a playmaker, but a guy who can make plays while being a caretaker. Sounds silly, but Manning would not do well under McDaniels…
by DevilsReject on Oct 12, 2009 8:14 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
???
The Broncos with Kyle Orton are 5-0
The Bears with Jay Cutler are 3-1
I don’t think McDaniels is losing much sleep over this….
by harbaughmyhero on Oct 12, 2009 11:50 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
PRECISELY!!!!
And of course like some of the idiot writers, people will go oh well the Broncos would be 5-0 with Cutler….
Or would they be?
People think Favre is the greatest, but at the age of 40, is on the first team of his career to start 5-0……Peyton is doing it for the 5th time this decade….
The point? Cutler is a gunslinger and would have tried to make throws he has no business throwing ala Favre. This would most likely have negated several plays for the Broncos resulting in different outcomes. Hindsight is of course 20/20…..but Cutler is not a guy who can do what Orton does…
by DevilsReject on Oct 13, 2009 12:03 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
agreed
perhaps it’s McDaniels system he installed, but Denver is running the ball well, playing great D and Orton isn’t just managing games, look at his line against New England…..it speaks for itself
by harbaughmyhero on Oct 13, 2009 12:05 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don’t tihnk the Broncos would have a better record with Cutler than Orton. I do, however, feel that Cutler has far more upside as a QB than Orton. This isn’t to say that Cutler is a better QB than Orton. There are lots of players that have upside. I think Jamarcus Russel is just fascinating to watch in the pocket. He’s big, strong, and has a cannon for an arm. Unfortunately he’s a lazy crackhead.
My point? I believe the Denver defense is improved, but not this much. I think they are benefitting from playing ‘big name offenses’ that aren’t ‘big named’ Now, thats not to diminish it, on teh contrary, what they are doing is amazing. But when they play an offense that can put points on the board with them, they are going to need a QB that can go downfield, that can take chances. The Wildcat, the Wild Horses, the Girls Gone Wild only works when the game is close. When you’re in the second half and you’re down by 10 points, your ability to run those offenses go away and your need for explosive plays goes up.
by SpazMo on Oct 13, 2009 12:08 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Derek Anderson is 14-14 as a starter
record is a terrible measure of a QB.
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by shake n bake on Oct 13, 2009 1:23 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thanks for the kind words
And I’ll admit, I thought McDaniels’ was a prick with the Cutler fiasco (yet Cutler wasn’t exactly NOT a prick) and thought he would be a disaster, leading the team to maybe a 3-13 record (like nearly everyone outside of Broncos fans thought). I thought Denver would be a gimme game for us this year. Not only are they not a gimme, but they are simply a good team. With that win yesterday, I have all the respect in the world for Denver and even McDaniels. He turned what was basically total anarchy into a 5-0 start including an incredible win over his former boss and QB. How he got Marshall to play ball, I’ll never know. Mike Nolan was a home run hire for you guys as well, and I am a huge Dumervil fan.
by npb1985 on Oct 12, 2009 3:04 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I don't know if it was a shot or not, I can't decide.
But whether it was or not doesn’t matter. What matters is the fact that he wanted everyone to know he doesn’t celebrate calls like that. I’ll bet he would rather march down the field without the help of those penalties. That’s just Peyton.
"You can't defend the perfect throw, what can I say?" Peyton quoting Marino
by Indy Lori on Oct 12, 2009 3:15 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I'm not sure it's a deliberate 'shot' either, guys
The question is, was the statement really deliberately intended as a shot? I’m not so sure.
Why do I ask? Well, because we seem to be turning this into “Manning zings Brady” narrative instead of thinking “Manning answers question put to him, answer being interpreted as shot at Brady”. Peyton has stated in the past that he’s on good terms with Brady, and for all their competetiveness, I have a hard time seeing Manning taking a cheap shot like that. It doesn’t feel like his style. Furthermore I can’t see him saying anything that would contribute to the denigration of the “Brady rule”. If there’s one quarterback out there who’s as sympathetic as Brady is to Carson Palmer’s openly stated advocacy of the rule, it’s got to be Manning, because he more than anybody else understands his importance to his team.
Also, in the past, some football watchers (notably New England sympathizers, but also others around the nation) have mocked him for being a crybaby. I’m the first to bristle and argue against such an unfair characterization – it’s a bullshit charge, top to bottom – but lets be honest: It’s popular enough a misconception to where “Manningface” even made it into a skit on Saturday Night Live. People who understand the expression understand the faux myth Simmons built around it, and as inaccurate, crappy, and unfair as it is, it still exists. And there’s no way Peyton is unaware of it. So I don’t see him zinging Brady here as much as trying to say “Look, have you seen me campaigning for calls under that rule?” In short, I see him more saying “I don’t do that” and leaving it at that rather than saying “I don’t do what Tom did”.
Does that make sense? It’s a subtle distinction, sure, but an important one.
Anyway, I can go on with other reasons – such as trying to be diplomatic while not allowing himself to be dragged by the terms of the agenda of his interviewer – but my point is that I don’t really think this is a genuinely intended dis at Brady. sure, it ends up implicating him, but I just don’t see Peyton actually having crafted his statement with the purpose of singling out Brady. Instead, I just see him trying to dance around the question by saying “Look, I don’t do that” and stopping right there with his implications.
by aldctjoc on Oct 12, 2009 3:23 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
I think we can all agree that Brady is being a pussy
but I agree with most of these responses. Manning was simply setting the record straight that he doesn’t lobby for calls, he just tries to go out there execute better than the opponent. I don’t think it was intended as a shot at Brady, even though it could have been interpreted that way. We have to look at Peyton’s character before we jump to conclusions about what he is trying to say with his statements.
"Pressure is something you feel if you don't know what the hell you're doing."-Peyton Manning
by P0RKINS2 on Oct 12, 2009 4:03 PM EDT via mobile reply actions 0 recs
I agree
You said it perfectly well! I applaud you!
by ColtsSandiana on Oct 13, 2009 7:10 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Impromptu Poll...
We all talk about the new Brady Rule for sacks, but that is not the only time that the NFL changed a rule once it involved Brady. We all remember the terrible tuck rule that start the “Cheatriots Dynasty.” That was changed the next season. Anyone else think that the Competition committee will seriously consider changing the OT rules now that Brady (the one who the rules change for) lost a game where he didn’t touch the ball in overtime?
by emiller17 on Oct 12, 2009 4:20 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Brady
We all know that for several seasons NE cheated & knew all the opposing team’s playbook. And they still have that coach. What is going on in this picture? Huh? LOL
by ColtsSandiana on Oct 13, 2009 7:09 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Not Here To Troll or Start An Arguement
Yes I will admit that the tuck rule is a terrible rule, but it is a rule and the correct call.
And they didnt change the rule for Brady. Other QB’s have been injured in the same way like Palmer and McNabb.
And just to mention Bill Polian bitching to Goodell about the Pats DB’s being too rough with the Colts WR’s and the next year pass interference was stricter.
I’ll be honest, the rules are becoming to offense friendly.
Like you said both QB’s have a mutual respect for each other and I think that these two are the top two QB’s in this league even with Tom’s current form. But lets not forget Peytons start to last year. At this point in the season the Colts were 2-2 and Peyton had thrown 5 tds to 5 ints. He went on to win MVP and lead the Colts to the playoffs and led them to 9 straight wins, 14 including this season (correct me if im wrong)
Anyway, thanks for reading. Good luck with the season and I cant wait for week 10.
by Patsfanbrowny on Oct 14, 2009 8:54 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
From Bob Kravitz's article today
""That’s why I wear a brace,‘’ Manning said after a 309-yard passing game. "I don’t know if I’ve got to validate it, but I will be seeing the doctor to have him look at the knee. I know there’s been a lot of talk about things like that after the Baltimore game with Tom (Brady). All I know is I’ve never asked for a call.’’
Source: Indy Star
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by BigBlueShoe on Oct 12, 2009 4:41 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Brady has overdone it lately
I’m with Peyton on this issue and I honestly can’t say Brady has been a whiner for calls his whole career. It seems like he has lately but then coming off the major knee injury, I can understand some oversensitivity there on his part. Also, Brady wouldn’t be the first QB to campaign for a call. We see that in every game especially from the receivers.
You guys who keep claiming the Patriots cheat so you can tarnish their image…..give me a break. It’s old now fellas.
by sudnvictory on Oct 12, 2009 4:46 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Bob Kravitz
………again hanging on every word there BBS. Quotes are soo often misinterpreted, as is the case here. Projection, tone, and body language are not accounted for when the spoken word is quoted on paper. Members of the media are masters at taking quotes and twisting it to make something out of nothing. Again Colts’ fans…let’s not make something out of nothing.
by Mullit18 on Oct 12, 2009 4:51 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
the biggest problem with this quote is
We don’t know the question. It could have very easily have been: Peyton, why didn’t you react to the roughing the passer flag?
by SpazMo on Oct 12, 2009 6:22 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Applaud a call
Peyton has asked for a call and applauded calls when they are made. Saying he hasn’t is just lying. I have seen him do it many times. It’s no big deal, and it’s part of the game, but he can’t say that he has never asked for a call or applauded a call that was made because everyone has done that.
If he means ask for a Brady Rule call or applauded a Brady Rule call that was made, then I believe that. But I dont believe that he has NEVER asked for a call or applauded a call that was made in the Colts benefit.
That is all.
"In the land of the blind, the one-eyed man is king."
by AceOfSpades on Oct 12, 2009 6:32 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
ive never seen him applaud a call
ive seen him BEG for calls, like Wash @ Indy in 2006, when the Wash defenders sexually violated and then played wishbones with his remains and he was like, ‘uhm, hey, guys, don’t protect me like im in a skirt, but i’d like to see tomorrow’
by SpazMo on Oct 12, 2009 6:39 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
OK
that description was outstanding. This comment gets recced.
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by BigBlueShoe on Oct 12, 2009 8:20 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
+1
"It's the greatest job in the world until Peyton comes off the field and you think his thumb might be broken and there's three minutes left in the AFC Championship Game and you're down by three to New England and you haven't taken a snap all year. Yeah, it's a great job until that point." - Jim Sorgi
by gizzardfanny on Oct 13, 2009 5:16 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Not Applauding a Call
I have never seen Peyton ask for or applaud a call. Gives me the dates you saw this. But even if he did it would not be something that ALL QB’s are not guilty of. Peyton is very humble he does not lie. I think your quote of the land of the blind very fitting for you.
by ColtsSandiana on Oct 13, 2009 7:06 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
the question asked was
if he enticed the officials to make the calls and thats when he made the statements
by ANGELSFAITH on Oct 12, 2009 7:03 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
hey for the ppl saying tom brady is a better qb than peyton need to remember peyton manning has been better longer and will have more than 1 sb ring when it’s all over brady seems very flat right now and i feel like he may have 2-3 yrs left max…3yrs is being nice
by danny k on Oct 13, 2009 12:06 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Manning
Peyton has NEVER been a cry baby. And I do not think he was taking a potshot at Brady at all but if Brady wasn’t a cry baby to begin with then nobody would be accusing Manning of taking a shot. I find this comical.
They took Manning at the knees 3 times. All you have to watch the game & see what was going on. He never complained. The Ref caught it!
by ColtsSandiana on Oct 13, 2009 7:03 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Peyton is full of crap
He has never asked for a call….how many times have you seen him whining to the officials because he wanted a pass interference call? To many to count…that’s how many! He is no different from any other player in the NFL!
by Skank on Oct 15, 2009 10:48 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
one more thing...
THE COLTS SUCK……signed the City of Baltimore!
by Skank on Oct 16, 2009 11:12 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
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