


![]() ABC News | Peyton Manning's Neck Surgeon Clears NFL Return as Colts Say Not So Fast Bloomberg The disagreement comes as the Colts are trying to decide whether to pick up a $28 million contract option on Manning, who missed the entire 2011 NFL season after having the spinal-fusion surgery -- the third on his neck -- in September. Report: Peyton Manning's career further in doubt as rehab lags Irsay-Manning back and forth takes over Super Bowl week Sources fearful over Manning's ability to return |
Spinal fusion surgery: The science behind Manning's life changing operation Medill Reports: Chicago Last September, Manning underwent his third neck surgery in two years. The controversial spinal-fusion surgery aimed to correct a cervical disc herniation in his neck has been associated with declines in his on-field performance. |
Rodgers, Brees, Jim Harbaugh Win AP Awards ABC News Manning, the hometown hero who didn't play a down this season because of neck surgery, handed it to him. Manning was greeted with a standing ovation when he came on stage at the Murat Theatre during "NFL Honors," a primetime special on NBC. |