NFL Legend Peyton Manning’s Summer Internship at Denver Broncos Facility Where He Cleaned Footballs and Shrunk Von Miller’s Jersey Earns Him Webby Award
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Former NFL quarterback Peyton Manning and the Denver Broncos continue to make fans believe they are a match made in heaven. The recent instance of their successful association resulted in Manning winning the Webby Award. He was receiving the award for his work in the “Peyton ‘The Intern’ Manning” video, releasing the Broncos’ 2021 schedule.
Among the leading international award honoring excellence on the Internet, the Webby came into being in 1996. It was presented by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences, and Manning was honored in the sports social (video) category.
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The clip took viewers through Manning and his internship with the Broncos, while he performs various tasks with different departments in the organization.
While going viral, it was the league’s most-watched schedule release video last season, with over two million views across various social media platforms. The Webbys honor makes the Broncos the only and first NFL franchise to receive and win in any category. It is one of the rare occasions, and it seems Manning and the Broncos are the golden pair of the NFL.
The magical pairing of Peyton Manning and the Denver Broncos
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Nearly a decade ago, the Pro Football Hall of Famer Manning was looking for a new home in the NFL. Many doubts surrounding Manning’s abilities emerged after missing an entire season due to neck surgery. But it was the Broncos, who were among the few who put their faith in Manning. They were able to recognize that there was a lot left in him.
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They signed him as a free agent, and it resulted in a change of fortunes. The move saw them end their 5-year absence from the NFL playoffs. During his 4 seasons with the Broncos, Manning won the AFC West Division every season. He did also bring home 2 Super Bowl championships in that period. Manning was able to elevate the competitive spirit amongst his teammates and extract the best of their performances.
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History seems to be repeating itself for the Broncos, who are welcoming another legendary QB in Russell Wilson. Wilson will have a tall order in terms of matching or surpassing Manning and his success in Denver. The 2022 NFL campaign will see the Broncos right in the thick of the action as they aim to impress.
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