Peyton Manning. (Justin Edmonds, Getty Images)
Not everything Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning said following his team’s 30-23 victory against the San Diego Chargers made today’s paper.
Some overlooked gems:
He was asked if there was more happiness or frustrating after this win (offense often misfired, even if Broncos had their fifth consecutive 30-point game). Said Manning:
“Happiness. We won didn’t we? Are you not happy? Strange question. Strange question.”
(And with that, I wanted to put my arm around DMac and say, “That’s all right, kid. I’ll ask an even stranger question in a few minutes.)
On Denver’s offense misfiring with some three-and-outs:
“I guess it’s a good thing when a three-and-out is shocking to you all. It means we’re doing something well.” (Like scoring at least 30 points in five straight games).
On the chatter that the Broncos have the AFC West wrapped up:
“We’re going to Kansas City next week… I just throw these records out the window in the division. I don’t know what their record is, but the film I’ve seen and the TV games I’ve seen, their defense has some good players. I don’t know what’s going on with their offense, or whatever, but I know it’s a challenge.”
Manning now tied with John Elway for No. 2 all-time with 148 regular season wins. On only quarterbacks among players getting won-loss records next their names and therefore only Manning among players got credit for win Sunday:
“I’ve seen head coaches maybe achieved a milestone and they’ve always given credit to the assistant coaches, directors of the organization, put the players there. I’m the same way. They’re all team wins and I never take it for granted I’ll say that. This is an outstanding win for our team and I’m proud to be part of it. There are no frustrating wins in my opinion.”
(I thought I saw Manning wink at DMac with that last comment, but I couldn’t be sure.)
