Josh Allen told Peyton Manning at the Masters that he's playing Augusta on Friday
A pair of NFL MVPs shared a handshake Thursday morning near the Clubhouse Oak tree.
Peyton Manning, donning an Augusta National green member's jacket and white Nikes, turned to his left as a hand landed on his right shoulder.
'Josh!' Manning exclaimed.
Josh Allen, the reigning league MVP, was on hand for the opening round of the 89th Masters Tournament.
Manning and Allen made small talk, while the Bills' signal caller detailed his Augusta golf itinerary.
'Played nine holes at Champions (Retreat) yesterday,' Josh told Peyton. 'Then playing Augusta (Friday).'
'Augusta?' asked Manning, before remembering the club across Rae's Creek. 'Oh, Augusta Country Club.'
Allen said he will remain in Georgia throughout Masters Week.
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