As of today, February 10, 2025, the sports world has been shaken by the heartbreaking news of the passing of Peyton Manning, the legendary former Tennessee football player. Manning, widely regarded as one of the greatest quarterbacks in the history of the National Football League (NFL), tragically passed away at the age of 48.
Born in New Orleans in 1976, Manning rose to fame during his time at the University of Tennessee, where he played as the starting quarterback for the Volunteers. His college career was marked by impressive statistics, leadership, and the drive to succeed. He finished his tenure at Tennessee with multiple records and left an indelible mark on the school’s football legacy. After declaring for the NFL Draft in 1998, Manning was selected first overall by the Indianapolis Colts, where he would go on to become one of the most iconic quarterbacks in NFL history.
