I usually don't like to gush about my favorite teams' opponents but this blog will be the second time this month. The first was when Derek Jeter won the Gold Glove Award and I defended him. Even though I am genetically conditioned to despise the Evil Empire that is the Yankees I still think he is one of the best. Now I come to praise Peyton Manning, not bury him.
The Patriots may have beaten Indianapolis today but the fact that this game was even close is a testament to the greatness of Peyton Manning. Let me just say that the Colts stink out loud, with or without injuries. That defense was pathetic today except for one Patriots possession. If it weren't for a couple of drops the Pats could have run up the score. Did they have any negative yardage plays? The Colts offense is nothing to write home about as well without Manning. Could you imagine that team without him? As it was he had three interceptions and still almost pulled off the come back.
Although I don't think the Colts will go deep in the playoffs (if they make them) I think Manning should be handed the MVP trophy right now. Sure Brady, Vick, Rivers, Matthews and others are having great years but all of them at least have a competitive team to battle with.
When he was younger I always felt that Manning was guaranteed to give it away in a tight playoff situation. It usually was a certainty. That can no longer be said after they won a Super Bowl but I still have questions. However, in the regular season I've never seen anyone better. I wish him well watching the playoffs this year.
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