Could Peyton Manning Miss Significant Time?

The Indianapolis Colts have been preparing for the worst when it comes to starting quarterback Peyton Manning. It was obvious that the team was worried when they made a desperate move to bring Kerry Collins out of retirement. Now, the Colts should worry even more after the latest news surrounding their star quarterback.

Manning is going to see additional specialists about his lingering neck injury. He has gone through a slow recovery following neck surgery and the new worry is that Manning could miss the first four or five games of the season. Manning does not need to undergo additional surgery, at least not yet. Mike Freeman of CBSSports.com outlines the concern and writes:

"The Colts have been preparing for the worst, I’m told, beginning this week. When Kerry Collins was signed some on the coaching staff always thought Collins would replace Manning for a game or two. Now, that mindset is changing within the team. I can tell you the coaches are preparing for a longer period of life without Manning. They are hoping for the best but now fearing the worst."

Could this be the end of the great Peyton Manning as we know him or is it just a minor roadblock in his fantastic career? The Colts hope it is the former rather than the latter, but things are not looking good for Mr. Manning.

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