Chiefs Manning and Bronco's talking about reworking contract - Page 2

**FRCDFED** · 02-27-2015, 08:46 AM

I know this was discussed as a possibility but this is the first article I've seen where fivehead is even considering adjusting his salary.

AP source: Manning, Broncos talking about reworking contract

Associated Press
By ARNIE STAPLETON February 25, 2015 9:13 PM

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — It looks as if it's going to come down to money.

A person with knowledge of the negotiations confirms the Denver Broncos and Peyton Manning's representatives are discussing ways to revise his contract and give the team more flexibility in free agency.

The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because of the sensitive nature of the talks.

Manning, who has made more money than any player in pro football history, is due to make another $19 million in both 2015 and '16, and his salary cap number for next season is $21.2 million.

John Elway has traditionally been one of the more aggressive general managers in the NFL when it comes to free agency, and he has plenty of problems to fix again this offseason.

Last year he lured DeMarcus Ware, T.J. Ward, Aqib Talib and Emmanuel Sanders, Pro Bowlers all, and he wants to make another run at a Super Bowl title with Manning, who turns 39 next month.

Redoing Manning's deal would give Elway more maneuverability as he addresses Denver's offseason needs, including retooling the offensive line that figures to have up to three new members next season.

Following Denver's playoff loss to his former team, the Indianapolis Colts, last month, Manning was non-committal about playing next season, which would be his 18th in the NFL. Elway asked him the next morning not to make a rash decision.

Manning flew to Denver on Feb. 12 to meet with Elway and new coach Gary Kubiak, both of whom said at the NFL scouting combine last week that they expected Manning to be their quarterback next season.

Manning must also pass a physical by March 5 where doctors check to see if there's any degeneration in his surgically repaired neck, but both the five-time MVP and Elway have said they consider that a mere formality.

The Broncos figure to have about $27 million to work with under the projected $148 million salary cap in 2015, but a franchise tag for star receiver Demaryius Thomas next week would eat up about half of that figure. Placing the franchise tag on Thomas would buy them some time to negotiate a long-term deal. They did that with kicker Matt Prater and blindside protector Ryan Clady.

They also have to allot at least $6 million for their bevy of draft picks that's expected to include multiple compensatory selections for all the free agents they lost last year.

Manning owns most of the significant QB records and is a half-season's worth of yards — 2,148 — shy of breaking Brett Favre's yardage record of 71,838.

http://news.yahoo.com/ap-source-mann...3420--spt.html

Pablo · 02-27-2015, 10:01 AM

It's going to be sad when the shell of Manning comes back and still wins the AFCW.

I mean, we can all talk shit because he's obviously on a hard downward slide and has always been a playoff enigma; but does anyone think that even with old balls Manning the Broncos aren't the clear favorite?

Reerun_KC · 02-27-2015, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Pablo

It's going to be sad when the shell of Manning comes back and still wins the AFCW.

I mean, we can all talk shit because he's obviously on a hard downward slide and has always been a playoff enigma; but does anyone think that even with old balls Manning the Broncos aren't the clear favorite?

I agree... Not sure anyone in the AFCW could beat them...

Pisses me off, but it is what it is...

Garcia Bronco · 02-27-2015, 10:07 AM

Raiders will be tougher
Who knows with San Diego
I'd expect the Chiefs to be about the same because Alex gonna Alex.

Pablo · 02-27-2015, 10:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Reerun_KC

I agree... Not sure anyone in the AFCW could beat them...

Pisses me off, but it is what it is...

Yeah, It will be even more disgusting when we find a way to piss away our games against a geriatric Manning.

The whole pray for injury route hasn't worked for us so far either.

Pablo · 02-27-2015, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Garcia Bronco

Raiders will be tougher
Who knows with San Diego
I'd expect the Chiefs to be about the same because Alex gonna Alex.

Pretty much.

We're handcuffed. I guess we can hope our already very good defense takes a step towards elite status and we grind out more wins...

Garcia Bronco · 02-27-2015, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Pablo

Pretty much.

We're handcuffed. I guess we can hope our already very good defense takes a step towards elite status and we grind out more wins...

Bob Sutton is one of the best.

Chief Roundup · 02-27-2015, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Reerun_KC

They won a super bowl?

They sure did. They also circumvented the salary cap, for which they were fined a pick and some money. I am sure any team would pay what they did to win a SB.

Mile High Mania · 02-27-2015, 10:35 AM

Broncos have a good amount of room under the cap, they'll commit to about $13M with whatever happens to DT and then a few other key FAs retained. Manning will give them a bit more room and they'll make some other signings.

Nobody should be shocked really that he's coming back or taking less, that was always going to happen. Well, taking less in regards to the cap, he'll still take home the same if not more (see Brady's restructuring for example).

TEX · 02-27-2015, 10:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Chief Roundup

They sure did. They also circumvented the salary cap, for which they were fined a pick and some money. I am sure any team would pay what they did to win a SB.

NO THEY DIDNT you MORON!

If you talk to ANY Donx fan (Especially our very own resident MULE TOOL), they'll argue that what they did TWICE gave them NO advantage...Well then WHY do it???

Funny thing was that AL DAVIS called them on it and was RIGHT!

But I agree that the trade off was heavily skewed in the Donx favor FOR cheating.

The record books should say the following:
*Manipulated the salary cap during their Super Bowl seasons...

eDave · 02-27-2015, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by FRCDFED

Manning is self-serving. He will only do it because there are records within reach.

Of course. But Denver doesn't have to oblige him.

Reerun_KC · 02-27-2015, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by TEX

NO THEY DIDNT you MORON!

If you talk to ANY Donx fan (Especially our very own resident MULE TOOL), they'll argue that what they did TWICE gave them NO advantage...Well then WHY do it???

Funny thing was that AL DAVIS called them on it and was RIGHT!

But I agree that the trade off was heavily skewed in the Donx favor FOR cheating.

The record books should say the following:
*Manipulated the salary cap during their Super Bowl seasons...

Yet we cant win a playoff game being the Choir boys of the AFC....

I will take cheating and abusing the cap and winning vs our so called self righteousness perianal losing...

Reerun_KC · 02-27-2015, 11:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Chief Roundup

They sure did. They also circumvented the salary cap, for which they were fined a pick and some money. I am sure any team would pay what they did to win a SB.

I just hope we win a playoff game before we all die....

**Rain Man** · 02-27-2015, 11:06 AM

Elway is the most dishonorable American since Benedict Arnold. If Elway is involved, you know there's cheating going on.

ARROW2 · 02-27-2015, 11:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Garcia Bronco

lol....keep crying about it. You guys are the best.

No need to cry....The fivehead experiment has yielded how many rings despite getting favor from the league all year? How did you enjoy watching Fivehead's replacement in Indy come into your house and pimp slap you?

Red Dawg · 02-27-2015, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by FRCDFED

Manning is self-serving. He will only do it because there are records within reach.

No doubt. He knows his ass should not play anymore.

02-27-2015, 08:46 AM
FRCDFED Line'em up Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: somewhere out there Casino cash: $8966297	Manning and Bronco's talking about reworking contract I know this was discussed as a possibility but this is the first article I've seen where fivehead is even considering adjusting his salary. AP source: Manning, Broncos talking about reworking contract Associated Press By ARNIE STAPLETON February 25, 2015 9:13 PM ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — It looks as if it's going to come down to money. A person with knowledge of the negotiations confirms the Denver Broncos and Peyton Manning's representatives are discussing ways to revise his contract and give the team more flexibility in free agency. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because of the sensitive nature of the talks. Manning, who has made more money than any player in pro football history, is due to make another $19 million in both 2015 and '16, and his salary cap number for next season is $21.2 million. John Elway has traditionally been one of the more aggressive general managers in the NFL when it comes to free agency, and he has plenty of problems to fix again this offseason. Last year he lured DeMarcus Ware, T.J. Ward, Aqib Talib and Emmanuel Sanders, Pro Bowlers all, and he wants to make another run at a Super Bowl title with Manning, who turns 39 next month. Redoing Manning's deal would give Elway more maneuverability as he addresses Denver's offseason needs, including retooling the offensive line that figures to have up to three new members next season. Following Denver's playoff loss to his former team, the Indianapolis Colts, last month, Manning was non-committal about playing next season, which would be his 18th in the NFL. Elway asked him the next morning not to make a rash decision. Manning flew to Denver on Feb. 12 to meet with Elway and new coach Gary Kubiak, both of whom said at the NFL scouting combine last week that they expected Manning to be their quarterback next season. Manning must also pass a physical by March 5 where doctors check to see if there's any degeneration in his surgically repaired neck, but both the five-time MVP and Elway have said they consider that a mere formality. The Broncos figure to have about $27 million to work with under the projected $148 million salary cap in 2015, but a franchise tag for star receiver Demaryius Thomas next week would eat up about half of that figure. Placing the franchise tag on Thomas would buy them some time to negotiate a long-term deal. They did that with kicker Matt Prater and blindside protector Ryan Clady. They also have to allot at least $6 million for their bevy of draft picks that's expected to include multiple compensatory selections for all the free agents they lost last year. Manning owns most of the significant QB records and is a half-season's worth of yards — 2,148 — shy of breaking Brett Favre's yardage record of 71,838. http://news.yahoo.com/ap-source-mann...3420--spt.html
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