Peyton Manning is arguably the best quarterback in the National Football League to ever play the game. Manning has been consistent for nearly all of his 17 year career, even after neck surgery which sidelined him for the 2011 season. But has his time in the NFL come to an end?

Sunday, February 8, after winning Super Bowl 50, the first question to Manning wasn’t “Where are you going to go next?” It was “Will you be back next year?” Peyton said he would sleep on it and “Drink a few Budweiser’s, I don’t want to make an emotional decision in an emotional state.” Was this Peyton’s last game on the field?

Peyton’s career began in 1998 with the Indianapolis Colts. The team drafted him first overall. Since then, Manning has been one of the best QB’s. He was given the nickname “The Sheriff” due to his control right before the snap, and calling audibles that left defenses helpless.

Manning’s ticket to the Hall of Fame has already been written, his legacy has solidified. Manning holds the record for Passing Touchdowns in the league with 539 and also the most passing yards with 71,940.  Manning has clearly had great success in the regular season, the playoffs is where we saw him stumble a few times, having a 14-13 career postseason record. But winning his 2nd Super bowl Championship has forced any doubters left, to believe Manning is one of the greatest ever.

Manning has accomplished a lot in his football career, including five Most Valuable Player awards and now two Super Bowl rings. Manning said, “This game was like this season has been.” – Tim Waldorf, Asbury Park Press. Which is true since Peyton only played in ten games during the regular season. Which was the lowest amount in his career (besides 2011).

Despite how much everyone loves Peyton, fans would agree that the Broncos won the Super Bowl because of their defense. Super bowl MVP Von Miller stood out the most, forcing 2 fumbles and having 2.5 sacks. As well as Demarcus Ware, TJ Ward, and Aqib Talib. They all had great games against such a fast paced offense in Cam Newton and Carolina’s essential run game.

Personally, I think Manning’s stats speak for himself. He is the holder of two of the biggest stats for a QB in the NFL, and now has not just one, but two Super Bowl rings.

Manning’s performance at Super Bowl 50 may not have been his best performance, but it was sure a sweet way to go out. By coincidence, John Elway retired from the league after winning his second Super Bowl ring in 1998. No matter what Peyton Manning decides to do, he will always be known as a winner.