For the first time in a long time, Colts star quarterback, Peyton Manning, will not be starting in the home opener against the Houston Texans. A serious neck injury is preventing Manning from getting cleared from the doctors to play, but even Manning knows that he is not ready to suit up. Nowadays, I think that athletes are pushing too quickly to come back. Manning is making a smart decision to take his time recovering instead of playing too quickly and making his injury worse.
Peyton not starting does end his long streak of having started every single game of his NFL career. Even though I'm not the biggest fan of Manning, I still hate to see such a longstanding streak be broken and especially because of an injury. Peyton believes that his team will do fine without him, but I have my doubts about that. Manning does a great job of running his offense and providing leadership through his experience, and his presence on the field will be missed.
No one is quite sure when Peyton Manning is scheduled to return, and only Manning can really know how his injury is feeling. Some doctors are suggesting that he sit out a couple games or even for an entire season. The only way to determine when Manning will return is to just give it time.
A great choice by the veteran quarterback, Peyton Manning. If Brett Favre had been in this situation i feel like he would have taken one for the team but he is nuts. Peyton is smart and he trusts his team will be able to hold off the Houston Texans for their first game without him. It's not going to help if he plays a game injured its just going to make the injury worse, especially since it's such an important part of your body structure, when playing football your neck and back are the two most dependable muscles when supporting your body. Cannot wait for the season to begin tonight!
ReplyDeleteI totally agree with this post. Players nowadays are definitely rushing coming back from injury. They are only going to hurt themselves in the long run by coming back too early. Take Sidney Crosby for example, I absolutely 100% support him sitting out for as long as he/his doctors feel necessary. Nothing should be put infront of your health especially when dealing with concussions or a neck injury like Peyton Manning. Peyton still has a few very productive seasons ahead of him and Crosby has basically his whole career. Don't risk it.
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