But I would hasten to add I haven't seen another QB like him.
I was going to make that point, but opted not to. You're correct, and Peyton Manning is the classic exception to the rule. The man is a machine, probably the best Quarterback I've ever seen (especially since he's been with Denver.)
I'm probably not unlike alot of football fans who were really nervous about his continuing to play after all his neck surgeries. The way he left the Indianapolis Colts just had CLASS written all over it. We could see how much he appreciated the team, the fans, the owners, etc.. But still, in the back of my mind I was really worried that "one good hit" was going to turn him into a quadraplegic or worse. So glad those concerns were unfounded. Peyton Manning is just so much fun to watch. The command he has on the field is really something special to watch.
I'd be surprised if Peyton Manning isn't a unanimous candidate to the Hall of Fame. Great player, class act all the way around. Pro Football needs more like him.