Peyton Manning Among Best QBs Ever
August 29, 2007 by David Kindervater
Filed under Indianapolis Colts
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Peyton Manning now finds his name linked with the greatest to ever play quarterback in the NFL. In 2007, Peyton can become the first NFL QB to throw 25 touchdowns passes in 10 consecutive seasons, and also the first in the history of the game to pass for 4,000 yards in eight different seasons. You can’t help but think how similar he is to Johnny Unitas — both Colts, both classic quarterbacks. Here’s how Peyton stands against other notable QBs in touchdown passes through the first nine years of their careers:
- Peyton Manning – 275
- Dan Marino – 266
- Brett Favre – 235
- Jim Kelly – 201
- Johnny Unitas – 187
When Peyton is done he will be considered one of the greatest ever. He puts defenses on there heels. IF you have Peyton then you have a shot at winning
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