Tucked away in an equipment room with hot dogs for nourishment and DeMarcus Ware seated next to him for entertainment — that's how Peyton Manning watched the Broncos Nov. 29 game against New England.
Four days earlier, a second opinion on his left foot confirmed torn plantar fascia, leaving Manning in a walking cast. With the snow swirling and temperatures dropping in Denver, Manning retreated to the locker room.
"DeMarcus is a big-time second guesser," Manning said, laughing. "He's saying, 'Wrap up Von (Miller). Wrap up Malik (Jackson).' I really enjoyed his commentary during the game.