Peyton Manning considering an ownership stake in Broncos
With the Denver Broncos seemingly headed toward a change of ownership, a familiar name has surfaced as a potential suitor: Hall of Fame quarterback Peyton Manning.
Peyton Manning has reportedly been in close contact with multiple prospective ownership groups that are expected to be among the favorites to eventually gain control of the franchise from longtime owner Pat Bowlen, according to Jason La Canfora of CBS Sports. Manning and his family have lived in Denver since he retired. The two-time Super Bowl champion very much interested in taking a management position with the team as well.
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A transaction involving the Broncos could be fast-tracked, according to La Canfora. A formal vote on the issue could be finalized at the league meetings in March. As a result, a new owner may be fully on board by October. The final sale price of the Broncos could serve as a benchmark for the rest of the league. If the team lands near $3 billion, it could lead to owners of other franchises taking interest in selling in the near future.
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Peyton Manning played for the Broncos from 2012 to 2015. He won the league’s MVP award in 2013 by setting the league’s all-time single-season passing touchdowns record (55). He helped the team win Super Bowl 50 in what was the final game of his NFL career.
