Denver Bronco Peyton Manning Plans to Return Next Year

Peyton Manning, the quarterback of the Denver Broncos, plans on returning next year. When asked about his future plans, the five-time MVP stated that he has no retirement plans.

"I have not thought about those circumstances at all," Manning, who is in his 17th season, stated. "So, I certainly plan on being back, if the Broncos will have me. But at this point, I'm kind of thinking about Oakland."

"I expect him to play out his whole deal," cornerback Chris Harris Jr. said. "Even if we win the Super Bowl, I see Peyton coming back still because we would pretty much have everybody back."

Despite a poor performance during last Sunday's game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Manning currently leads the league in touchdowns with 39 and has amassed 4,454 yards. His passer rating is at 102.9.

Manning, 38, added that due to his age and experience in the league, talks regarding a possible transition from playing to coaching will inevitability start. However, the veteran stated that he has no plans to coach as of right now.

"I get to fall into that category because maybe I'm closer to the same age as some of the coaches. But yeah, I have no plans along those lines. I'm enjoying playing and looking forward to Sunday's game and the game to follow that," Manning stated according to the New York Daily News.

The Broncos (11-4) will be in the playoffs this season. If they win Sunday's game against the Oakland Raiders (3-12), they will earn a first-round bye and become the AFC's No. 2 seed.

If Manning can get to the Superbowl and win, he will surpass John Elway, the Broncos general manager and become the oldest quarterback to win.

Manning is owed $19 million in 2015 and 2016.