MANNING WATCH, USA--As the world waits with baited breath for Peyton Manning and the Denver Broncos to announce his return for his 18th NFL season, any morsel of news goes a long way. Manning and the Broncos are reportedly in the middle of renegotiating his contract, in an effort to free up more salary cap space., which has held up the official announcement of his return. General Manager John Elway, head coach Gary Kubiak and Manning himself, have all reciprocated the desire for the 5-time MVP to play under center for the Broncos in 2015. While Broncos Country and the NFL-loving world have been looking for any sign that points to Manning’s official return, it has been made known to MHH via multiple sources that Manning has been shooting a commercial in Florida, in full Broncos gear. [MEDIA:1489070] Would the one they call “the Sheriff” actually gird his loins with the orange and blue uniform of the Denver Broncos for a commercial, if all parties involved weren’t absolutely sure that he is going to return in 2015? Verily I say unto you, probably not. Reports have indicated that the parties hope to have the renegotiation talks resolved, and a new contract inked, sometime early this week. March 9th looms, as does Manning’s physical and his $19M guaranteed salary. Manning's agent Tom Condon says mum's the word. Condon on Peyton Manning: The physical isn't mandatory. We are still working thru everything and I really can't say anything else. #Broncos

— SiriusXM NFL Radio (@SiriusXMNFL) March 2, 2015

This time of year is one of the most fun and compelling of the NFL calendar. The rumor mill is churning, and we’ll enjoy the ride. Until it’s confirmed, Manning shooting a commercial in Florida is simply a rumor. But if it’s true, the decision for Manning to return to the Broncos has already been made. The rest is simply theatrics. .mediaplayer-box:before { content:""; display:block; padding-top:56.25%; }

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