Indianapolis Colts’ head coach Tony Dungy said he would be “shocked” if quarterback Peyton Manning didn’t play in Week 1. Manning had a bursa sac removed near his left knee during the offseason and up until recently he hadn’t even been cleared to start practicing.
Dungy added that Manning would have to have a “dramatic setback” to miss regular season action. Manning has obviously made significant progress and remains a bargain third-rounder. It’s safe to draft him as if he’s healthy.
Great news for Manning, the Colts and fantasy football owners everywhere. Although one has to be at least a little concerned that Manning’s center, Jeff Saturday, will miss six to eight weeks due to his own knee injury. Indy is going to need Manning to be 100% with the Jaguars expected to be breathing down the Colts’ next all season.
