Seattle QB inks tribute to Manning
Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning hasn’t officially announced his retirement.
But Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson took time Monday to pay tribute on the website The Players Tribune to Manning, 39, who won his second Super Bowl title Sunday night. The Broncos defeated the Carolina Panthers 24- 10 in Super Bowl 50 in Santa Clara, Calif.
Wilson’s letter to Manning was titled, “If This is It.”
“From all the wins, to the few tough losses. From the 71,000 yards, to all the touchdowns, to the few interceptions,” Wilson wrote.
“From all the meetings, to all the hard practices, to all the film, to all the blood, sweat and tears.
“From all the Pro Bowls, to the handful of MVPs, to the two Lombardi trophies. From all the teammates, to all the opponents, to all the fans.
“From the blue and white, to the blue and orange … “Sheriff, “If this is it, there’s one moment I won’t forget.
“10th grade. Louisiana. At your quarterback camp.
“You inspired the kid in the green shirt.
“You inspired me to work hard. To be disciplined. To be respectful. To take notes.
“You inspired me to love the process. To love the sweat. To love the tears. “But most of all … “You inspired me to love the game. “Thanks, Peyton. “If this is it, “Thanks.” Wilson finished his fouth season with the Seahawks last month. He led the Seahawks to a Super Bowl title in February 2014 against Manning’s Broncos.