Peyton Manning breaks down Eli

Peyton describes Eli winning SB 42 as his favorite moment in football.

It is interesting how the coverage earlier in the game dictated the adjustment that led to Barkley catch. It was over when Barkley cuts to the inside leaving the defenders trailing. Great execution, but great coaching to make the adjustment.

In comment 14180269 Keaton028 said:

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Peyton describes Eli winning SB 42 as his favorite moment in football.

That reminds me that near the end of the game, the camera showed Peyton smiling just after Eli completed the winning touchdown to Burress. Troy Aikman said something to the effect that Peyton might be even happier now than when he won the Super Bowl the year before.

I didn't realize Peyton did these segments, but I found them really good. It really gives you a glimpse at what indicators a QB is looking at during the play, and pre-play.

On a different note, I did think the game script for this game was much better. Better blocking and running the ball lead to a noticeably better game from Eli.

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He said that he once actually discussed the 2011 NFC Championship game with Peyton. Peyton pointed out 3 different occasions Eli could've had touchdowns against the 49ers that he - and the Giants coaches - missed on film. He said that Peyton flat out sees the game of football differently from everyone else.

Hard to imagine us actually blowing out the 49ers in that game if we made those plays.

fun to watch

Give credit to Eli for making the right reads.

I know everyone kills Shurmur, but stuff like this gives me hope for him.

Nice to listen to someone with some understanding of the game rather than Booger or many of the frequent posters on this site... which can also be referenced as Booger as well now that I think of it 🤔

That was really good. Think Peyton was getting sick of all the absolute bull sh!t out there being said about his brother? You bet. He just basically destroyed every �analyst� from beat reporters to Boogers.

He specifically addressed plays that Eli�s been getting killed for. I like Baldy�s breakdowns, but I don�t understand how he doesn�t understand that run audible where Odell �looked� open. It was also nice to see Peyton talk about Eli muscling the throw to Coleman, addressing the chatter about his arm strength too.

Thank you, Peyton. I hope he does more of this. Hell, I hope he does MNF one day.

And Jerry Rice? You and your opinions can shove it.

and this video illustrates why.

Its simple but complex.

Strategy is everywhere, but beat your man.

Games are won in practice and film rooms.

Ultimate team sport.

In comment 14180339 Jim in Forest Hills said:

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Give credit to Eli for making the right reads. I know everyone kills Shurmur, but stuff like this gives me hope for him.

Whether it is the assistants, OC, or Shurmur himself, the credit is deserved to acknowledge the tendency of the defenders and scheme accordingly during the game.

. fire everyone else just keep the play by play announcer and he is not allowed to talk to Peyton

In comment 14180341 BBelle21 said:

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That was really good. Think Peyton was getting sick of all the absolute bull sh!t out there being said about his brother? You bet. He just basically destroyed every �analyst� from beat reporters to Boogers. He specifically addressed plays that Eli�s been getting killed for. I like Baldy�s breakdowns, but I don�t understand how he doesn�t understand that run audible where Odell �looked� open. It was also nice to see Peyton talk about Eli muscling the throw to Coleman, addressing the chatter about his arm strength too. Thank you, Peyton. I hope he does more of this. Hell, I hope he does MNF one day. And Jerry Rice? You and your opinions can shove it.

This post sums up a lot.

It they agree with you, their opinion is right.

If they don�t they can shove it and it�s bullshit.

In comment 14180347 gtt350 said:

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. fire everyone else just keep the play by play announcer and he is not allowed to talk to Peyton

I wonder if he was asked about Monday Night Football. Can�t fathom that Booger and Witten were their best option.

What other episodes are out there?

I could watch a ton of these....

In comment 14180360 KerrysFlask said:

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What other episodes are out there? I could watch a ton of these....

I believe there is one every week, you need ESPN Insider but can find most here:
Peyton Breakdowns - ( New Window )

You see the game in a whole different light.

In comment 14180360 KerrysFlask said:

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What other episodes are out there? I could watch a ton of these....

EPSN+. I usually steer away from paying for content, but it's a pretty nice feature by EPSN.

If you like college basketball, for example, there is a good 8 show special on Duke basketball.

Lots of detailed analysis for the uninformed fan.

anyone who puts in time and effort to do analysis like Baldy... however, it just means so much more when it comes to an accomplished pro (bro?) who has played the position at the highest level. Carries a little more weight.

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anyone who puts in time and effort to do analysis like Baldy... however, it just means so much more when it comes to an accomplished pro (bro?) who has played the position at the highest level. Carries a little more weight.

Yeah I mean they both can be right. Even Peyton says it was an audible and you win some you lose some. Eli saw the defense, thought that LB was trying to bait him, saw the matchup in zone and audibled to run. Was it wrong? Probably not if they block it properly Barkley scores.

If he doesn't audible he could've thrown it to Odell or it could've been picked killing the drive. Those are decisions you have to live with.

Very true. Just goes to show how the game isn't black and white, and so much goes into whether a play works out or not.

That was awesome and never knew about these episodes....

In comment 14180355 ajr2456 said:

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In comment 14180341 BBelle21 said: Quote: That was really good. Think Peyton was getting sick of all the absolute bull sh!t out there being said about his brother? You bet. He just basically destroyed every �analyst� from beat reporters to Boogers. He specifically addressed plays that Eli�s been getting killed for. I like Baldy�s breakdowns, but I don�t understand how he doesn�t understand that run audible where Odell �looked� open. It was also nice to see Peyton talk about Eli muscling the throw to Coleman, addressing the chatter about his arm strength too. Thank you, Peyton. I hope he does more of this. Hell, I hope he does MNF one day. And Jerry Rice? You and your opinions can shove it. This post sums up a lot. Don�t feel left out. You�re included here too It they agree with you, their opinion is right. If they don�t they can shove it and it�s bullshit.

Bob Avellini and Casey Weldon reference was pretty damn funny...

Loved that first TD where Eli moved up and down the ladder in the pocket, and then found OBJ in back of end zone.

I really thought this was enlightening. Granted, Peyton did this analysis after the 49ers game rather than, say, the Redskins game, but I still thought it was valuable to observe Peyton pointing out what Eli is seeing in his progressions pre-snap and during the play.

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In comment 14180374 Keaton028 said: Quote: anyone who puts in time and effort to do analysis like Baldy... however, it just means so much more when it comes to an accomplished pro (bro?) who has played the position at the highest level. Carries a little more weight. Yeah I mean they both can be right. Even Peyton says it was an audible and you win some you lose some. Eli saw the defense, thought that LB was trying to bait him, saw the matchup in zone and audibled to run. Was it wrong? Probably not if they block it properly Barkley scores. If he doesn't audible he could've thrown it to Odell or it could've been picked killing the drive. Those are decisions you have to live with.

There was miscommunication with Brown and Pulley on that play. Brown was supposed to pull and block the guy who ultimately met Barkley in the hole untouched.

Definitely cool how Peyton can not only read the play coming, but essentially explain Eli�s decision making. Awesome stuff

That was good

..of Brady while showing the QB blocking highlights was a riot.

Was really good. The vintage clips thrown in were so well done. From the QBs mentioned above to the examples of one hand vs 2, to TB and others �blocking � to the HS (or younger?) team with an all out �in the box� - good stuff.

The content and delivery are so creative. I�m sorry but the Mannings really are cool as hell.

Thanks for posting!!

Watch Beckham. He did a great job taking Sherman out of the play. Peyton mentioned how hard he ran, but at the end of the play he faked that he was going to catch the ball so that Sherman stayed with him.

Peyton has a great style.

He'd be so much better than Witten.

In comment 14180463 pivo said:

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Was really good. The vintage clips thrown in were so well done. From the QBs mentioned above to the examples of one hand vs 2, to TB and others �blocking � to the HS (or younger?) team with an all out �in the box� - good stuff.

Yup - the point about crowd noise making the home team defense miss audibles sometimes, with a flashback to a time Simeon Rice missed an audible against Peyton�s Colts in 2003 was interesting and very well shown.

thanks for posting...

I didn't know he did this and I'll look for it again. But, for me the best was his breakdown of the final drill. He really analyzed the playcalling better than anyone else I've heard. His comments, for example about the opening play on the drive to Engram and then the back to back throws to Barkley, with the same look D and the switch to the option route. I don't think I read or heard anyone else really see or explain the things Peyton sees.

as Eli's, but look at the numbers. Yes, Peyton saw the game in a different way than all else. Probably why he called his own game.

"missed" Odell play on the 3, you could see that had Brown pulled and gotten into the hole, it was likely a TD. I remember saying how do they leave the MLB unblocked. Brown while he did a good job most of the game just didn't know the play book well enough. Yeah, that hole was big enough to drive a truck through and he would have gotten to the LB well ahead of Barkley.
Eli does not miss many reads.

In comment 14180912 section125 said:

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"missed" Odell play on the 3, you could see that had Brown pulled and gotten into the hole, it was likely a TD. I remember saying how do they leave the MLB unblocked. Brown while he did a good job most of the game just didn't know the play book well enough. Yeah, that hole was big enough to drive a truck through and he would have gotten to the LB well ahead of Barkley. Eli does not miss many reads.

While Brown received a negative grade by Sy in the game review, I'm willing to give him a pass as there are a number of factors that can explain some of his misses.

As you mentioned, he just doesn't know the playbook well enough. How could he after a week of practice? Because of the CBA and the rules limiting the team having contact with players during the bye (except when getting treatment), he literally flew from LA to NY after being claimed. Realized that we were on the bye so he was only able to get a playbook, but couldn't stay at the facility so he flew back to LA only to return on Sunday night back to NY to show up at practice on Monday. That is a lot of back and forth. Also, this was his first full game since last year. He was suspended to start the year and was essentially passed over by a player that was doing well.

I'll be looking at him hoping he continues to improve and eliminates a need going into next season (assuming he is amenable to signing here).