Category Archives: Peyton Manning

Manning willing to do anything to get back on the field

In his first 13 years in the NFL, Peyton Manning never missed a start and had only one big injury, bursa sac surgery on his left knee. This offseason has been adventurous, gruesome and challenging for the face of the National Football League.

First, the NFL season is over and the doors to team facilities are locked. That means the very studious Manning can’t work …

Dr. Hsu explains Manning’s anterior fusion surgery

Colts fans are uneasy with the news that Peyton Manning had another neck operation Thursday. Manning has been Mr. Reliable, out on the field every week leading the Colts.

NFL.com interviewed Dr. Wellington K. Hsu, an assistant professor with a joint appointment in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Department of Neurological Surgery.

Read his interpretation of the surgery when Manning possibly could suit up …

Manning has cervical fusion surgery – out indefinitely

With the NFL season beginning tonight, it’s a great day for fans across the country unless your an Indianapolis Colts fan. The NFL’s only four-time MVP, Peyton Manning, will not take the field Sunday in Houston and he may not hit the field once this season.

Thursday the Colts announced that Manning underwent surgery today by “having a single level anterior fusion.”  The surgery was …

It’s hard to remember the Colts before Manning

Peyton Manning has struggled with his neck for more than two years. He first had an operation in March 2010 followed by another last May. 15 weeks since his last surgery, the Colts franchise quarterback admits he is not ready to play Sunday.

“To say I am disappointed in not being able to play is an understatement,” Manning said in a statement released by the …

Tony Dungy: Colts must change offense in Manning’s absence

“Unless he’s dead, he’ll be up under center for the opening game.”

About two weeks ago, that’s what former Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy said on whether Peyton Manning will start in week one.

Tuesday, Dungy joined Dan Patrick on his radio show and had some interesting things to say about Peyton Manning and the Colts moving forward.

Today Dungy doesn’t believe Manning’s chances of …

Peyton Manning doubtful for week 1, future uncertain

Colts fans have a big reason to be concerned about the season, and the games haven’t even started. The health of Peyton Manning remains in question following his second neck surgery 15 weeks ago today.

The team activated their franchise quarterback off the physically unable to perform (PUP) list just a week ago, and now there appear to be complications.

“The rate of improvement in …

Peyton Manning still targeting season opener for return

The Indianapolis Colts lost Friday to the Green Bay Packers 24-21 thanks to two scores in the final 35 seconds for the defending Super Bowl Champions. And the four-time MVP has yet to take a snap in the preseason for the Colts, still recovering from neck surgery.

On the sidelines, Peyton Manning was more involved with in-game adjustments, play calling and he provided advice to …

For now, all Peyton Manning can do is watch

Peyton Manning returned to Lucas Oil Stadium Saturday afternoon, but he’s not quite ready to suit up. The 14-year pro hosted his 12th annual PeyBack Classic, bringing three high school football games to the Indianapolis stadium.

The Colts franchise quarterback is at risk of missing is first start ever. He had surgery 13 weeks ago to repair a nerve in his neck and was expected …