Let's say the unthinkable happens.

[Direckshun]

Originally Posted by NaptownChief

It has been the most poorly covered potential huge story in sports. The Colts and Irsay made zero bones about the fact that they would make him the highest paid player in the NFL by a decent margin and Manning had ZERO interest in even looking at their offer.

So you have to ask why would a guy at his age risk playing out the season(especially given his neck issue) and possibly taking a serious injury that would cost him a $75 to $100 million contract with probably $50 plus million garanteed?

Normally it would be about $$$$ but the Colts weren't even going to put up a fight. They were pretty much willing to roll over and give him a blank check (within reason). And he then threw his name in with Brady and Brees on the lawsuit hoping to become an UFA.

Again wanting to become an UFA would be an advantage to gain financial leverage but he doesn't need any as they want to make him the highest paid.

So what do you think he is angling for? My guess is to get out of town and go to a place where he can win a few more rings before retiring is my guess.

Let's say Manning wants out. Colts have the franchise tag on him currently.

The question is: are you willing to trade for Peyton Manning.

35 year old first-ballot hall of famer. Has neck issues, but otherwise should be performing at least two, if not three full 16-game seasons and postseasons at a Top 3 level.

Well here's what the question should be, because we'd all like to trade for Peyton Manning """""if the price was right""""".

So what's the right price for you?