Manning "off the grid"

[DaNewGuy]

NFL.Com

Palmer: Manning's teammates know little about his injury
Peyton Manning is out of the lineup and off the grid for the Denver Broncos.



NFL Media's James Palmer reported on NFL Network's TNF Gameday that Manning, who has been ruled out of Sunday's matchup against the Bears, hasn't attended any practices or meetings this week and hasn't had a single conversation about Sunday's game plan with Brock Osweiler, the fourth-year quarterback set to make his first career start.

Palmer has spoken to more than two dozen Broncos players. Each one has said they've heard of no timetable for a potential Manning return. Teammates don't even know the specifics of Manning's injury issues, though several assumed the foot is the primary concern. He underwent an MRI on his rib cage Monday, but Broncos coach Gary Kubiak told Palmer the results were negative.

According to Palmer, Broncos coach Gary Kubiak prefers Manning puts his full focus on treatment and getting healthy. Denver officials haven't decided if Manning will make the trip to Chicago this weekend.

On the Monday, Kubiak and Manning will sit down and determine whether he is healthy enough to play against Tom Brady and the undefeated New England Patriots on Nov. 29.

[Mr. Flopnuts]

Originally Posted by RealSNR

Didn't Plummer go to ASU as well?

Hello!

[RealSNR]

Was that the joke? Sorry, I've been talking to BEP in the DC Forum too much. I think I caught the anti-humor AIDS

[Mr. Flopnuts]

Originally Posted by RealSNR

Was that the joke? Sorry, I've been talking to BEP in the DC Forum too much. I think I caught the anti-humor AIDS

No. There really was no joke outside of Denver fans. It's a stand alone. Laugh. Or don't. I don't give a shit...

[RealSNR]

Originally Posted by Mr. Flopnuts

No. There really was no joke outside of Denver fans. It's a stand alone. Laugh. Or don't. I don't give a shit...

You need to drink more.

Or less. I can't really tell.

[Mother****erJones]

[Toby Waller]

Originally Posted by TEX

Just forces them to assess the QB position now rather than later. If Brock fails, this season is ruined. So, they'll be like everyone else in that they'll be trying to upgrade their weaknesses in the offseason. IF he succeeds, then they already had him as an asset to begin with and it gives the NFL the chance to see him now rather than later.

NOW, the BEST thing that could ever happen to the Chiefs is that Manning is D-O-N-E and the Chiefs were lucky enough to be the one's show the world just how DONE he is.

if Manning can come back next week,then how could the sason possibly be ruined? The Broncos are going to the playoffs regardless of anything in the next three weeks or whomever starts.

they already said his ribs arent bad. He is going to be back and theyll probably play the beat up Colts at home in Denver,in the playoffs .

[TLO]

Originally Posted by frankpitts

if Manning can come back next week,then how could the sason possibly be ruined? The Broncos are going to the playoffs regardless of anything in the next three weeks or whomever starts.

they already said his ribs arent bad. He is going to be back and theyll probably play the beat up Colts at home in Denver,in the playoffs .

I smell something.

[Toby Waller]

Originally Posted by Li'l Smokey

I smell something.

smoke?

[FringeNC]

Ha...this made Drudge:

BITTER: Peyton Manning NOT Helping Backup QB...'Hasn't Had Single Conversation About Sunday's Game'...

This is becoming a big news story. Manning is going to trashed on all the pre-games.

[Chiefaholic]

Originally Posted by Mile High Mania

And, this is the great unknown. Fans of Denver are left with hoping for the best, while others are hoping the backup crashes and burns.

There was an article - may have been posted here earlier this week. It talked about the success of backup QBs that have been pushed into starting, similar to this scenario, and the backup has gone on to have a successful career only 2 previous times.

Brady coming in for an injured Drew Bledsoe and ... oddly enough, Tony Romo coming in for an injured Drew Bledsoe.

So, it doesn't account for backups like Rodgers stepping in as the starter the year after a guy like Favre leaves.

Interesting... and if you're into that stuff, it doesn't bode well for Brock or Denver.

I'm certain Drew Bledsoe qualifies as a free agent. I'm sure Elway is personally on the phone with his agent as we speak.

Problem solved.... Don't say I've never done anything for you.

[JoeyChuckles]

Originally Posted by FringeNC

If Osweiler sucks, Broncos are screwed. Teams don't just magically acquire franchise QBs because there is a need.

Nah they'll just pick up Drew Brees for a few years while they sort it out.

[Mother****erJones]

Denver has it wrapped up already eh? 7-0 now 7-2. I remember them starting the season undefeated with Josh McD and choking. We'll see if they hold on.

[GloryDayz]

Originally Posted by notorious

Although many people here hate this, the Broncos are a well-run organization.

Even if/when Brock sucks, they will do what it takes to get another guy with actual potential.

This. It all starts with the owner and trickles down throughout the organization.

[Mile High Mania]

Originally Posted by Mother****erJones

Denver has it wrapped up already eh? 7-0 now 7-2. I remember them starting the season undefeated with Josh McD and choking. We'll see if they hold on.

Wrapped up, no? In a hell of a position with a 3 game lead, yes.

In less than 24 hours, the Brockapolypse is upon us...

[Mother****erJones]

Originally Posted by Mile High Mania

Wrapped up, no? In a hell of a position with a 3 game lead, yes.

In less than 24 hours, the Brockapolypse is upon us...

I know you don't think that it's just funny some Denver fans are so entitled.