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“I’m going back to practice, to practice, to practice. I’m going back to practice, damn right, I do think so.” If Peyton Manning had is own theme music, similar to Jack Spade in I’m Gonna Git You Sucka, I’d say it would be playing something like that first sentence. That’s right, the man with the laser, rocket arm has been cleared to practice and is will joining the Colts as they prepare for the regular season next Sunday.

The Colts open with the Chicago Bears next Sunday night in a game some weren’t sure Manning, who is coming off of knee surgery, would be able to play. That certainly doesn’t appear to be the case because if Manning’s knee was still an issue, Tony Dungy wouldn’t let him anywhere near a live football field — unless this is some Bill Belichick-inspired trickeration.

But that would be hard to hide, considering all the media members who have access to Indianapolis practices.

The questions are, does Manning’s clearance put an end to the talk about additional surgeries and missed open games? How about relieving some of the stress fantasy football players were feeling after they drafted the Colts quarterback (guilty)? For me, it’s comes down to this:

Considering just how fragile a knee is, if there were any questions about his health, Manning wouldn’t be anywhere near live action, even if it’s just practice speed. Nor would he be cleared to do so.

Tags: AFC South, Bill Belichick, Indianapolis Colts, Peyton Manning, Tony Dungy

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