Chiefs have everything and no excuse to not sign him other than Peyton wanting to be somewhere else. BS on the resources

i just cant see Peyton wanting to be the media bad guy that comes into Denver and takes Tebow's fame/spot.

That would be a nightmare for Peyton. I don't think he would ever do that, which makes me think Denver is almost unrealistic.

All Hail!
The Coltsifacation of the Patsifacation of the Chiefs

This isn't going to happen.

This thread is classic.

You're Peyton Manning. You've just watched a Denver fanbase get a quarterback canned for Tim Tebow. Your dad said that you didn't have any interest in mentoring a young QB. On Denver talk radio YESTERDAY there were people saying that Tebow's going to be better than Peyton and that they'd be pissed if Peyton was brought in. Do you think Peyton wants to deal with that kind of drama?

You're John Elway. You've been dealing with Tebow mania for a year now. You know you can't bench him. The fans would revolt. You'd probably have to trade him, but no one's going to give you anywhere near the value you want for him. Do you really think he's going to want to deal with more drama?

You can argue about which team is better suited if you'd like. I think KC is set up better personally, but you could make an argument either way. But the off-the-field landscape out here isn't anywhere near as good of a fit as it would be in KC.

(And for the record, I don't think he's going to either Denver or KC.)

Welp . . . that about sums it up.

I've always suspected that DaFace is actually Elton John. Don't ask me how or why. It's always been a strong premonition.

kill yourself

Yeah, that too.

Ease up, the guy is obviously special-ed.

Can't you use your awesomeness to control your Gator brethren?

Every fanbase has it's 'special' members. Unfortunately, this Gator retread showed up at a Chiefs site as a Jaguars fan - truly 'special' indeed.

It's up to Manning. The Chiefs just have to woo him with talent and MONEY

And control. I think that's the deciding factor.

This town would go ****ing insane if Manning ends up here.

It'd be bigger than Joe Montana. I still remember what i was doing when Montana was signed. I was on a school bus heading to school. Bus driver pulled over and we were all cheering.

how long was the bus you rode?






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Tim Tebow’s presence hinders Broncos’ chances at Peyton Manning

Would Peyton Manning want to be surrounded by Tebowmania? It doesn't seem likely. (Kellen Micah/ICON SMI)

Peyton Manning, when healthy, is a better quarterback than Tim Tebow. That is an indisputable truth, one that no one — not even Tebow’s biggest fans — could possibly argue against. So it should come as no surprise that all indications are the Broncos will kick the tires on Manning as the QB hits free agency.

Even at the risk of making the team’s slightly awkward marriage with Tebow even more convoluted, Pat Bowlen, John Elway and the rest of the Broncos brass owe it to the franchise to see if Manning, for some reason, would make Denver his next stop.

The guess here? No chance Manning actually winds up a Bronco.

Denver has emerged as a dark-horse choice to land Manning, but this does not feel like the type of situation the long-time Colts quarterback would want to end his career in. Manning has not tipped his hand much, but two factors are believed to be driving his thoughts: 1. He wants to play for a contender; 2. He’d like to find a home that’s as drama-free as possible.

The latter issue is why many pundits are scratching the Redskins (same division as Eli Manning) and Jets (same city as Eli) off the list. There’s even been some word that Peyton would like to avoid the NFC altogether, so he and his brother don’t have to battle for a Super Bowl berth.

The Broncos, as an AFC team, won’t stand in the way of a Giants playoff berth … but a drama-free franchise? Hardly.

Denver turned into the center of the football universe during the 2011 season, as its Tebow-fueled turnaround captured fans’ imaginations and crossed the line into overkill in media coverage. Now, let’s just think for a second what would have to happen for Manning to take over as the Broncos’ quarterback.

First and foremost, the Broncos would have to bench or trade Tebow. It’s amazing to think about, given Manning’s track record, but in either scenario, given how crazy Denver fans are for Tebow, Manning would be held up in comparison to what Tebow did as a starter.

Say Manning steps in, looks to be at a little less than 100 percent and opens 3-3. There would be, without question, calls for the Broncos to pull the trigger and get Tebow back into the lineup.

Just recently, at the NFL combine, Elway said: “We’re hoping that [Tebow]’s going to be the guy for a long, long time.” For all his naysayers and critics, Tebow went 8-5 as a starter last year, with a playoff win over Pittsburgh in the mix.

Manning doesn’t need, want or deserve that kind of scrutiny.

Heaven forbid Denver try to pull Manning in favor of a Tebow-friendly short-yardage package at some point. Suffice it to say, that would not sit well with Manning.

Lest you think Manning would be able to put up with all that for a shot at a championship, it’s worth pointing out that the Broncos may be more than a veteran quarterback away from winning it all.

This team was more of the overachieving sort in 2011 than dominant. Even if the Broncos somehow landed Manning, it would take some substantial upgrades at several spots — safety, cornerback and wide receiver, to name a few — for them to be considered one of the AFC favorites.

Could Denver bridge all those gaps? Would the team, even with a projected boatload of money to spend in free agency, be willing to use it?

Those questions pale in comparison, though, to the issue of how Manning and Tebow would coexist. Given all the hubbub surrounding his rehab and release from Indianapolis, Manning will be hard-pressed to find a situation quite like what he had with the Colts. That said, he would still like to find some relative peace and quiet on a team with a chance to win the Super Bowl.

We can talk about the Broncos’ roster deficiencies all we want — and even if the Broncos added Manning’s favorite receiver, free agent Reggie Wayne, to go with Demaryius Thomas, they would need another weapon or two — but the simple fact is that Tebow’s presence makes the Manning-to-Denver possibility a far-fetched one.

This. Kornheiser and Wilbon did not even mention the Chiefs when they were discussing where PM should sign.

Could it be that Denver is only in to push the price that much higher so the "Cheaps" will be discouraged?

How much better is RG111 than RG3?

Caltsification? Sounds like calcification.

Offer Pioli antifreeze He'll drink that before giving up any control to Peyton.

I always liked you, cool, calm, and collected. I understand completely where you are coming from. :thumb:

The Chiefs don't have orange in their colors? Well damn, my bad. Guess Eric Berry doesn't bleed Red and Orange either. He's a terrible player.

LOL I agree.

Turn your rep on, and we'll see who gets killed or not.

You won't let up will you? Well neither will I. You are obviously the most self-absorbed degenerate to walk this planet (CP). Be proud.

The Manning possibilities are many. I can see Denver making it happen in order to dump Tebow so they can just start over when Manning is done. Manning has to take that job of course. But my sense is every errant toss annoys Elway and he can't take much more.

The Jets have a similar issue with a locker room of chaos. I can't see Manning coping with that unless he feels he can tame it, which is possible. But my sense is that Ryan is on a shorter leash and Manning won't want to share blame as his skills erode, so forget it.

Miami is the real competition here, but who would want to compete with the Patriots who yet AGAIN seem to have a favorable schedule. Even if they pay up there's enough of that crap to give him second thoughts, even if he relished the challenge. Miami has some potential free agents and the Chiefs would like to have a couple but they might not want to leave if Manning comes there, is there enough money to go around...interesting question.

I think the best move here is to bet the farm and make a deal with the Rams this weekend. It'll cost a lot, but worth it in the end. Boom or Bust?

This bait needs a better grade of cheese

This morning, Karl Mecklenburg happened to be on the sports station I listen to. They asked him his opinion about the situation, and that's exactly what he said: the Broncos should do anything they can to keep Manning out of KC, and if that means driving the price through the roof, so be it.

I think absolutely any shot the Broncos take is just to drive the price up. They have no real interest in him because their fanbase would revolt if the holy one were replaced. That doesn't mean Condon won't use those fake offers to jack up the price to other teams. Peyton may be looking for a championship, but Condon is looking for a payday.

Manning isn't going to Denver. He isn't going to a situation where a significant percentage of the fanbase thinks that Teblow is Jesus.

Manning won't go to Denver because he worships Jesus, and not Tebow.

Thats right. They have Jesus and we have Cooter!!!
He's coming to KC.

Dammit, Condon is an ex-Chief. Where is his loyalty?!

I understand that line of thinking, but Condon is a pretty savvy agent. I can him seeing through any bs smokescreen.

That would be smart of Denver. If Peyton does choose KC and he's healthy we will win the division by week 9.

He's upset that Irsay fired Polian and so many of the folks he respected. Some of his favorite players are free agents. Once Luck arrives, Manning is the lame duck, rather than the star. Lots of reasons I think.

I take back any & all disparaging remarks i've ever made about him.

He's gawwdamm hero in my book.

I don't think Manning goes to Denver for the reasons many have stated. However, as a Chiefs fan, I have to love the controversy at QB in Denver.

McHoodie wanted Cassel and ruined his relationship with Cutler over it. Chiefs won in that deal. Now Fox and Elway are ruining the relationship with and confidence of Tebow. You have to like it. They won't get Manning, and the whole exercise of their involvement will leave behind scars that will not easily heal. Bravo John Elway. :)

Thats like when i won the herp.

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Based on limited info and sources at this time, these are my Manning option rankings: Dolphins, Chiefs, Broncos, not in that order.

Denver is not a realistic option. They're being used as leverage if anything. They have no weapons on offense.

KC is definitely set up better that Denver but don't think for a second that Elway is some Tebow guy. He isn't at all.

found this @ SWDC:

Peyton tells Redskins thanks but no thanks according to PFT.

Quote:
“A couple of different sources inside the organization have told me that Manning’s camp made it pretty clear to Redskins officials he doesn’t want to come here,” said Russell. “… There’s lots of reasons for that. His brother Eli, the colder weather, the whole situation down in Miami and so on and so forth. But unless that changes — and I’m taking my sources at their word — I don’t think Manning’s coming here to D.C.”

this post also said he was golfing with Dan Marino in South Florida today.

take if for what it's worth.

And who is Brandon Spano?

Denver insider

Denver radio guy.

yea, but i don't think that works in this situation because Manning is looking at other things. I imagine ever team is willing to give him a good contract. Manning is in control and wants certain things besides money.

Oh ok.

So he really has no idea.

The are my rankings, in no particular order.

ROFL

Manning doesn't fit Shanahan's offense imo

He doesn't want to roll out or run bootlegs

Peyton Manning - QB - Colts The Washington Post reports the Redskins began the "early stages" of their pitch to free agent Peyton Manning on Thursday morning.
Despite a report from ESPN 980 Washington that Manning doesn't want to play for the Redskins, the team is "determined to make a strong effort" to sign the quarterback. Sources also tell the Post that Manning's contract was structured to give him the advantage of negotiating a new deal before quarterback-needy teams find other solutions in free agency. Expect a signing by early next week.

beat me too it.

it's ranks up there with the weather man saying "There's a 100% chance of rain today".

...really?

Think you can pencil Washington in for Tannehill if they can't get RG3 then.

yeah that too.

the Redskins have too many things working against them.

they really botched the Mcnabb issue and
the monster one being Eli plays in that division.

Someone tell the Redskins

No means No

Roflmao

I couldn't definitively see washington trying to trade back and take Tannehill.

Yeah... So is Brian Billic who agreed with Golic and said KC is the best fit. :drool:

Yeah that made no sense. I don't think he knows what "rank" means.
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If Manning went to either the Texans or the 49ers it would leave either Schaub or Smith looking for a new place. I am sure the Skins and Browns would both have interest in either one. Flynn goes to Maimi.

No.

The only team that would have interest in Alex Smith as a starter is the 49ers.

And if Jim Harbaugh continues to insist that Alex is his starter, then he's bound to flunk.

Which leaves us with RG3?

Or at least in a better position to get RGIII

Can't help but wish. And it should be at a lower cost with those teams out of the bidding war.

I'll take Schaub. I'll take Flynn. I'd much rather have RGIII or Peyton Manning, but anyone over Cassel. Yes, even Kyle Orton.

Maybe not Palko though................

this

Failco can fail into a flaming AIDs tree!! :harumph:

Pretty cool that Denver is scared of our REAL chance to sign Peyton....to the point where they are now in the talks.

That's a definite sign that other teams view us a legit favorite in this whole thing.

He's certainly not even on my wish list, but I fee like he'd be an upgrade over Cassel.

same here.

Yeah I understand the frustration that says anyone except Cassel.
But Schaub has always been injured and people have questioned his toughness although it was years ago.

Even with the injury proneness, I'll take him over Cassel without even batting an eye.

Plus the fact that the Redskins players almost took his head off and ruined his career on what appears to have been a contract hit.

All of the above. With huge respect, from both sides. Yes, he will want to stick to the Colts every opportunity here on out. And many fans will support Peyton until he plays the Colts. Other fans will support Peyton and double when he plays the Colts. Either Luck will reel them back in, or I expect them to be a fan of a new team for 2-4 years.

I agree with Golic, and have before he went public. KC makes most sense. Only outdoor stadium a a negative. Miami and AZ are next on my list, Seahawks #4. No way for Redskins.

Lombardi on NFLN just said Houston. I say NO WAY. He isnt going to Farve out.

Houston has NO cap space. I can't understand why anyone is still mentioning them.

Cuz they play in a dome fool!!!:D

How could i forget? Of course, they'd have to cut about half their team to afford him but who cares?

My source that there has been no discussions or talks between the Chiefs and the agent. Only a desire of the Chiefs to talk.

This was something I thought about earlier today. How will Bowe respond to a QB that will rip his ass for dropping easy catches?

Hudson learned from Wiegman. He's ready to go.

That sucks. If Manning won't talk to us there isn't much we can do about it.

Who knows if that is true. Just what some local sports guy heard. Maybe he was being fed a BS rumor? Maybe its real? you can never know with the Pioli regime.

This is the one of the first things I believe I have read today on CP.

I would think it would be very much in our favor, that we can pay him 20 million per year and still have money to add players. We also have a guy at GM who, IMO, is pretty good at adding talent thru the draft.