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?

[Rausch]

Originally Posted by Direckshun

Well it's not going to happen. Get your panties straightened out.

Fun to think about, though.

No, it's not...

[Direckshun]

Originally Posted by Rausch

No, it's not...

Welcome to ChiefsPlanet. We have many fine threads for you to shit in.

[talastan]

Originally Posted by philfree

Would Manning be near as good in a different offensive scheme? Or are we going to bring in the Colts OC too?

Manning is pretty much the Colts OC.

[Sofa King]

Never gonna happen.


That being said, Manning in red and gold would be awesome.

[Fish]

Originally Posted by Direckshun

Well it's not going to happen. Get your panties straightened out.

Fun to think about, though.

How are we expected to think about the unthinkable?

[Rausch]

Originally Posted by Molitoth

Hey, I'd say the Montana trade was well worth it. Even without winning a SB, that team was epic.

It was worth it because for a whole year EVERYONE BELIEVED.

And then we got blessed and lucked out vs. the Steelers. And we thought "Perhaps, this one time, some magic."

Then we came back and tossed the rock in Buddy Ryan's face!

And the KC fanbase ****ing EXPLODED.

And then.

Then.

Then.........then there was sitting DT in an AFC title game.

There was Joe going down and Fumble-King-Krieg $#itting himself.

There was Marty's azzhole slamming shut so fast Cheyenne Mountain called in hopes they could increase safety procedures.

Montana took an offense full of scrubs, never-were's, has-beens, and a limp-d!(k HC and made a legitimate run at the super bowl...

[Trevo_410]

he's not the right 53.

[philfree]

I don't think you'd have to trade for Manning anyway. With his lawsuit with the NFL he'll end up not having the the franchise tag on him because of the Reggie White rule. He and the actual players named in the lawsuit will be exempt. At this point I think it's more bout his freedom of choice then it is actual money. I'm pretty confident that he isn't going to choose KC for his new home.

[Hammock Parties]

Cassel is already getting lots of monies. Clark is not handing out more monies.

[Hammock Parties]

Manning is headed to Minnesota anyway.

Just like Indy, but you have a top 5 RB and defense.

[LOCOChief]

Originally Posted by frazod

Right. Because we won a Super Bowl with Montana.

Right, because this is the same team as that team.

[sedated]

Originally Posted by Direckshun

Peyton as a Chief would command a huge salary that would mean only middling players would be acquirable.

Of course, it's possible that really good WRs flock to KC once we trade for him hypothetically and play for pennies on the dollar. It's happened before.

Manning doesn't really need great wideouts. He's done what he does with guys like Collie and Garcon.

As for salary, we needed to hand Cassel a huge bonus just to get to the salary floor 2 years ago. We were $30 million under last year, and the cap (and minimum %) is expected to go up with the new CBA. Plus, at least 50% of our offense and 80% of our defense will be on rookie contracts next year. We've got money.

[Okie_Apparition]

Manning might coach in KC one day. Perhaps even buy the CHiefs after this payday

[Frazod]

Originally Posted by LOCOChief

Right, because this is the same team as that team.

I'd take that team over this one in a heartbeat.

We went 10-6 last year playing a last place cupcake schedule that was about as tough as KU's 2007 schedule and still managed to lose six games, including two to the ****ing Raiders. And then got crushed like an empty beer can against a real team in the playoffs. Other than San Diego, seriously, who did we beat last year? People are reading way too much into that weak ass division win. We are NOT ready for prime time yet, and we have far too many holes to part with the ridiculous amount of picks the Colts would demand for Manning.

[JD10367]

One player does not a team make. Otherwise, the Colts would have 10 Lombardis by now. If you could add Manning without the drain on both draft picks and the salary cap, sure. But the improvement he'd make at the QB position would be offset by the hindrance he'd create at the other 52 spots due to lack of funds and picks. I don't think it's worth it for the Chiefs at the moment.