Guide Note

National Football League Pro Bowl Quarterback Peyton Manning currently plays for the Indianapolis Colts.

Manning's father, Archie Manning played 14 seasons as a NFL quarterback from 1971-1984. When Manning was in high school he played baseball and basketball before deciding he wanted to flay football. His father was supportive of the decision, helping him refine his throwing skills.

Manning attended and played for the University of Tennessee, where he led the team to a 1997 National Championship. Over his four years with the Vols, he set a SEC Conference record for the most wins, was selected All-American and given the Best College Player ESPY Award.

Manning was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts first overall in the 1998 NFL Draft. He set a total of five NFL records for a rookie his first season, passing for 3,739 total yards and scoring 26 touchdowns. The following season he earned his first of eight Pro Bowl selections.

After several highly successful seasons with the Colts, Manning played in his first Super Bowl in 2007. Manning helped the Colts win Super Bowl XLI over the Chicago Bears 29–17. Manning was also selected for the Super Bowl MVP.

Fast Facts

1. Full name: Peyton Williams Manning
2. Born: March 24, 1976
3. Birthplace: New Orleans, Louisiana
4. 2007: Super Bowl MVP