Peyton Manning will make the biggest decision of the 
NFL offseason.

The 38-year-old is a legend. In 16 seasons, Manning has passed for almost 70,000 yards and has thrown 530 touchdowns. He has seen coaches come and go. Manning even changed teams all without missing a beat. He seems timeless.

But he might have taken his 
last snap.

The last loss was a tough one for Manning. Shortly after losing to the Colts in the playoffs, Manning publicly admitted he was not sure he would return. There are numerous factors at play, not the least of which is an old spinal injury that Manning has evaluated at the conclusion of each season. The Broncos expect their quarterback will receive the green light from his doctor which means that the decision should boil down to Manning’s love of the game.

If that love continues, Manning said he would continue to play as long as he can still compete at the highest level. This past season, despite the ending, was actually one of Manning’s best. Only once has Manning finished a regular season with more passing yards than this year’s 4,727 yards. He also finished the 2014 regular season with 39 touchdowns. He has topped that number only twice.

Manning should return next 
season. He still has the talent. Perhaps even more important is what he has to play for. A Super Bowl run would be difficult, but any team with Manning on the roster has a chance.

Perhaps the only criticism Manning has faced in his career is his inability to win in the postseason. A losing record in the Super Bowl has only fueled his critics. If Manning can get back to the Super Bowl next season and win, then he could finish his career with the biggest postseason win of them all. A win would also make him the first quarterback to win an NFL championship for two 
different franchises.

If Manning hangs it up, he is depriving himself and NFL fans everywhere from one last season 
of greatness.