Jim Irsay, Peyton Manning and Indianapolis Colts
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Legendary New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning never misses a moment to jab at his brother, zinging Peyton on X after his recent Sports Emmy win.
Charles Tillman was one of the best cornerbacks in recent years in the NFL, playing for the Chicago Bears and even reaching a Super Bowl against Peyton Manning's Indianapolis Colts. After retiring, he found his true calling.
The NFL world was rocked Wednesday evening when the Indianapolis Colts announced that their legendary owner, Jim Irsay, passed away in his sleep. Irsay was just 65 years old and while it’s not an unusual age to pass away, it just felt like he still had so much left to offer the world.
For a man who has earned more than $200 million during his NFL career, Peyton Manning isn’t one to flaunt it. While many athletes of his stature opt for private jets and luxury at every turn — or chase the next untapped investment opportunity to grow their wealth — Manning has quietly built a life that values purpose over pomp.
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Manning, 49, still lives in the Denver area, and he attends the team's home games at Empower Field at Mile High. Earlier this week, he visited Broncos Park Powered by CommonSpirit to speak to the team's rookie class.
Peyton Manning has long been considered one of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history. In addition to his frequent appearances in commercials—a tradition that’s become a hallmark of his post-playing career—Manning has carved out a significant presence in sports media.