Denver, CO — Peyton Manning’s legacy is built on more than football. Yes, he helped take a 2–14 team to a 13–3 powerhouse, threw a record 55 touchdowns in 2013 and delivered Denver a championship in Super Bowl 50. But numbers and trophies only tell part of his story.

The real mission of Manning’s life began long before his Hall of Fame induction in 2021 — through the PeyBack Foundation, founded in 1999 by Peyton and Ashley Manning. The foundation empowers children in need across Louisiana, Tennessee, Indiana and Colorado through leadership programs, Boys & Girls Clubs support, scholarships, anti-abuse education and summer camps. Millions have been donated to HBCUs and pediatric medical care, including programs at Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital.

Then came a storm fueled by misinformation.

Earlier this year, a small media group falsely claimed that the PeyBack Foundation kept over 50% of its donations for internal benefit, implying Manning personally profited from charity funds. Audits quickly proved those allegations were fabricated — every dollar was accounted for, and every initiative served real children with real needs.

The lawsuit argued that the lies damaged Manning’s credibility and jeopardized the foundation’s ability to fund critical youth programs. For Manning, silence was not an option. He chose to defend not himself — but the kids depending on that trust.

Throughout the legal fight, the Denver Broncos stood by him. They helped gather documentation, clarified public records and reinforced what the city already knew:
Peyton Manning built a legacy of impact — not of selfishness.

The judge has now ruled overwhelmingly in Manning’s favor. The publishers must retract the statements, issue a public apology and pay financial damages for the harm caused.

Manning will keep

none of the settlement.
Every cent will support:

✅ Scholarships for underserved communities✅ Children’s hospitals and mental health programs

✅ Youth development initiatives across the U.S.

With a Super Bowl ring, franchise-changing leadership and a heart that has touched countless lives, Peyton Manning’s greatest victory may now be the restoration of truth.

Denver celebrates more than a legal win tonight. The Mile High City celebrates a champion who never stopped fighting — for his community, for his foundation and for the children who need him most.

Peyton Manning remains a hero far beyond the field — a symbol of what the NFL’s biggest platform can accomplish.

Buffalo, NY – September 25, 2025

The Buffalo Bills have found their most reliable wide receiver in Khalil Shakir, but behind his rise is a story of family sacrifice and resilience that shaped his journey to the NFL.

Shakir grew up in a household where life was never easy. His father carried the responsibility of raising three children alone after hardship struck the family, providing both the discipline of a father and the nurturing presence of a mother.

“My father never let us feel like we were missing anything. He taught us accountability, love, and resilience. Those lessons are why I’m here today,” Shakir reflected.

Years later, when Shakir had already carved out a place in the NFL, his mother returned. In a moment of grace, his father chose forgiveness, bringing the family back together. For Shakir, that decision represented strength, healing, and the values of loyalty and unity he now carries into every game.

Drafted in the fifth round of the 2022 NFL Draft, Shakir worked his way from depth receiver to becoming the Bills’ top target after Stefon Diggs and Gabe Davis departed in 2024. Known for his reliability and elite yards-after-catch ability, he has become Josh Allen’s trusted weapon in Buffalo’s offense.

Through 49 career games, Shakir has recorded 136 receptions for 1,714 yards and eight touchdowns. His 2023 season turned heads when he led the NFL in catch percentage (86.7%), while his 2024 campaign solidified him as Buffalo’s WR1 with 76 receptions, 821 yards, and four scores.

Now in 2025, he has already added 11 catches for 121 yards and a touchdown through three weeks. His contract extension, a four-year, $60.2 million deal signed in February, signals Buffalo’s belief that Shakir is not just a short-term solution but a cornerstone for the team’s future.

For Bills fans, his play on Sundays is matched only by his story off the field — a reminder that success in Buffalo is rooted in grit, loyalty, and the lessons passed down from family. Every yard he gains, every clutch catch he makes, is a tribute to the father who raised him and the family that came full circle.