A few years ago, when Peyton Manning was quietly making his post-retirement visits through a handful of NFL team facilities, the natural question began to percolate inside some front offices. First he was spotted in the Los Angeles Rams' cafeteria. Later it was in the Chicago Bears' facility. Then an Oakland Raiders practice. At every stop, the curiosity grew.
What exactly was Peyton Manning planning?
On the eve of the 2018 kickoff at the Manning Passing Academy, Manning’s longtime agent Tom Condon chuckled at the attention and speculation.
“I think he’s enjoying his life,” Condon said.