“The Sheriff” is Leaving Town: Peyton Manning announces his retirement

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DENVER, CO – AUGUST 18: Quarterback Peyton Manning #18 of the Denver Broncos warms up before a game against the Seattle Seahawks at Sports Authority Field Field at Mile High on August 18, 2012 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Peyton Manning

After having 18 seasons, 14 Pro Bowls, five MVPs and two Superbowl rings, Monday March 7, Peyton Manning has finally called it a career. A ceremony was held in Denver Monday morning.

As you look at everything Manning has accomplished as not just a player but also as a person, “It’s so easy to see how fortunate we were to have him on our team,” Broncos General Manager John Elway said.

Manning was everything we thought he was and even more–not only for the team but for the community. There is no doubt that his great work ethic has made him one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time.

Manning has made many records, set many goals and was a player every guy wanted to play with on the field.

That Manning helped the team accomplish what they did in the four years he was with the Broncos is what really stands out the most. Every teammate and every fan is very happy he choose to play for the Broncos, and they all congratulate him on his  Hall of Fame career.

Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak thanked Manning for the one year they spent together and to end the season by winning Super Bowl 50. Kubiak said it was a blessing to coach Peyton, and nobody worked harder at the game or prepared harder than Manning did.