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Peyton Manning`s Place in History
by Da`Vince “Dino” Wright
Peyton Manning is one of the most intriguing quarterbacks to ever play the game. He`s not flashy, fast or cocky. He`s just a flat out winner!
The football Gods have ordained him a champion, a leader, and a four-time MVP. One might say that he is one of the smartest quarterbacks to play the game. Manning's key to success is the bond he has with his receivers. Every off season he, along with his receivers and tight ends, work out with the play book and develop hand signals. Defenses are too busy listening to “Omaha Omaha Omaha” at the line to every pay attention. The hand signals directs the receivers to certain spots on the field. This is one of the main reasons why Peyton has a spot in history.
Let`s take a look at his accolades and records Peyton obtained in his 18 year career.
- He has the NFL touchdown passing record with 509 and counting.
- Single season passing touchdown record with 55 in 2013.
- Most passing yards with 5477 set in 2013.
- Most games throwing for 300+ yards with 86.
- Most passing touchdowns in a game with 7 in 2013.
- Most games with a passer rating higher than 105.92.
- Most games with a perfect passer rating of 158.3:5.
- Most seasons with 350+ completions with 9.
- Highest yards-per game, season 342.31 in 2013.
- Most seasons with 4,000+ yards with:13.
- First quarterback to beat 31 franchises.
- One of two quarterbacks to beat all 32 teams along with Brett Farve.
He is cemented in history as one of the greatest quarterbacks to play the game. He is a first ballot Hall of Famer and legend. Peyton Manning will always be remember as, “The Sheriff!”
