The Big Rumor: If The Colts Take Luck, Then Manning Could Be...

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It is hard to predict what will happen with Manning. He could very well be released by Indy because of his contract and his health. While I am sure Indy would like to get something for him, with these two roadblocks (contract/health) it would be hard for them to do that. Right now the Colts are in a great position to part ways with Manning without much backlash from the fan base.

Health aside, I don't think we are in such a terrible position to have a guy like Manning. However, here are my concerns: 1. Money - unless BA would work it out that Manning has to prove himself health-wise, I think Manning would be expensive for a short time. 2. Co-existance - can Manning, who is a coach on the field, co-exist with Kyle Shanahan (which I personally think KS should let Manning do his thing).

Manning as a Redskins is not such a terrible idea (aside from health/money). He makes offensive lines better, something that we have not had in our team for a long time. He will make average receivers better, once again, we've never had a QB in our team be able to do that. Finally, we have a running game AND a good defense...Manning never had a running game and a good defense. I don' think Indy had those two things at the same time.

Now the 600 lb. gorilla is his health. Even with the best protection in the world, he is going to get hit. And a lot of teams will be asking themselves if they want to gamble on his health and spend the money to get him.