Broncos' Peyton Manning: Must pass physical by March 4

If Manning decides to play next season, he must take and pass a physical by March 4, The Denver Post reports.

The Broncos wait patiently while Manning completes his vacation and returns to Denver with a decision in mind, but with a potential price tag of $19 million, general manager John Elway wouldn't be blamed if he turned the offense over to Brock Osweiler after the veteran struggled mightily this past season. Because Osweiler is an unrestricted free agent, he could sign elsewhere as early as March 7, when organizations are first given the ability to extend offer sheets, or two days before Manning's contract becomes fully guaranteed. One way or another, the first week of March will have long-lasting implications, with Manning's decision spurring a domino effect across the Broncos' roster and the NFL itself.