“I think Peyton was the perfect example of greatness and the perfect example of what it looks like to reach ultimate pinnacle to be great. He represents the struggle to get there, too. There are some superstars who are great their entire career, but everyone can relate to Peyton because he’s had his shares of ups and downs. He showed me exactly what a leader is. He was the perfect example of how to lead teammates for the rest of my career. If it wasn’t for him, I wouldn’t have had someone who showed me how to lead and how relate to guys on both sides of the ball and really the entire organization. The equipment guys, the trainers, the coaches, the importance of those relationships—that’s what I’ll take from watching him. I think Peyton Manning will continue to be Peyton Manning in life. He’ll have a great gameplan, call great audibles, have great secondary plans if needed, and will continue to be successful.”