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CBC
4 hours ago
- Business
- CBC
Peyton Manning, 2-time Super Bowl champion, joins Denver NWSL ownership group
Hall of Fame quarterback Peyton Manning became the latest sports celebrity to join the ownership group of Denver's National Women's Soccer League expansion team on Tuesday. Manning follows two-time Olympic champion ski racer Mikaela Shiffrin, who was announced as an investor last month in a club that will make its debut next season. Manning and Shiffrin join an NWSL group in Denver led by controlling owner Rob Cohen. Denver was awarded the NWSL's 16th team earlier this year. "Peyton's legacy as a champion and a leader is second to none," Cohen said in a news release. "His impact on Colorado sports is unmatched, and we're incredibly proud to have him as a partner. He brings passion, insight, and deep local roots, all of which will help us shape the future of Denver NWSL." All around the NWSL, big-name athletes are investing in teams. Manning's brother, Eli, is part of Gotham FC, while Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is involved with the KC Current and NBA star James Harden backs the Houston Dash. Decorated alpine ski racer Lindsey Vonn supports the Utah Royals FC. Manning was a five-time MVP and two-time Super Bowl winner in a career that started with the Indianapolis Colts and ended in Denver after helping the Broncos to a title following the 2015 season. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2021 after throwing for 71,940 yards with 539 touchdowns and 251 interceptions. Manningcast. The show is hosted by the Manning brothers and offers an alternate way to watch Monday Night Football. "It's a real honour to be part of something so meaningful to the Colorado community," Manning said of joining Denver NWSL. "I'm proud to support the growth of women's sports and excited to help build a club that our city and our state can rally behind." Denver NWSL is building a 12,000-seat temporary stadium that will be its home during the 2026 and '27 seasons. The team also recently unveiled plans for a state-of-the-art, 14,500-seat stadium that will be in downtown Denver.
USA Today
4 hours ago
- Business
- USA Today
Peyton Manning joins ownership group for Denver NWSL team: What to know
Peyton Manning joins ownership group for Denver NWSL team: What to know Show Caption Hide Caption NWSL adds Denver as 16th franchise after record expansion fee The National Women's Soccer League announced Denver as its 16th franchise on Thursday after ownership paid a record $110 million fee. Straight Arrow News Peyton Manning might be known for Omaha, but his influence in Denver reigns supreme. The former Denver Broncos quarterback has joined the ownership group for the city's National Women's Soccer League franchise, which is set to begin play in 2026. Despite 13 seasons with the Indianapolis Colts, it's Manning's final four NFL seasons with the Broncos that seem to be the lasting image. The quarterback has remained involved with the organization in his post-playing days, serving an an ambassador for the franchise. The five-time NFL MVP and two-time Super Bowl champion, who lives in the area, makes frequent appearances at Broncos' games, deepening his connection to the city. Of course, he's also remained busy in other ventures since hanging up the cleats. Manning has furthered his media and business influence post-career through Omaha Productions and the "Manningcast" on "Monday Night Football" during select games throughout the NFL season. Now he can add the NWSL to that list. Here's what to know about Manning's dive into women's sports: NWSL Denver owners Denver's NWSL ownership group is led by controlling owner, Rob Cohen. Manning joins a lengthy list of investors including, Ariel Investments' Project Level, Jon-Erik Borgen, Kaia Borgen Moritz, Neelima Joshi, Dhiren Jhaveri, Molly Coors, and Olympic gold medalist skier Mikaela Shiffrin. NWSL EXPANSION: Mikaela Shiffrin joins ownership group for Denver franchise 'Peyton's legacy as a champion and a leader is second to none,' Cohen said in a statement. 'His impact on Colorado sports is unmatched, and we're incredibly proud to have him as a partner. He brings passion, insight, and deep local roots – all of which will help us shape the future of Denver NWSL.' The future team hasn't unveiled a name or branding, meaning Manning is getting in on the ground floor of this operation. 'It's a real honor to be part of something so meaningful to the Colorado community,' Manning said in the team's announcement. 'I'm proud to support the growth of women's sports and excited to help build a club that our city and our state can rally behind.' This will be Manning's first venture into owning a sports team. His brother, Eli Manning, is a minority investor in Gotham FC. Peyton Manning investments Manning hasn't faded into the sunset following retirement from football. If anything, his profile has only grown over time with an expanding investment and sponsorship portfolio. Commonly seen on Nationwide Insurance commercials, Manning is certainly familiar with the commercial game. However, he is likely best-known at this stage for his media company, Omaha Productions, which has expanded it's NFL profile in recent years. The production company behind the Netflix series "Quarterback" and "Receiver," they have also had a hand in other documentaries, unscripted shows and podcasts. Aside from media, Manning recently invested in Good Good Golf, which sells performance golfwear. He previously was part of investments into Whistle Sports, SeatGeek and more. Peyton Manning NFL stats Manning played 17 seasons in the NFL after he was drafted No. 1 overall in the 1998 NFL Draft by the Indianapolis Colts. The Tennessee Volunteers' prospect went on to accomplish just about everything there is in the NFL, racking up accolades all the way until his final season in 2015 – when he retired after winning the Super Bowl. Manning was inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame in 2021, immortalizing a career that saw him selected to the Pro Bowl 14 times, become an All-Pro seven times, win two Super Bowls, a Super Bowl MVP, two-time Offensive Player of the Year, Comeback Player of the Year and a five-time NFL MVP. He finished his career with 186-79 record, throwing for 71,940 yards, 539 touchdowns and 251 interceptions.
NBC News
4 hours ago
- Business
- NBC News
Peyton Manning buys ownership stake in Denver's National Women's Soccer League expansion team
Former NFL superstar Peyton Manning is the latest athlete to join the world of women's soccer, announcing Tuesday that he's bought a stake in Denver's expansion team. The retired Denver Broncos quarterback described it as an honor "to be part of something so meaningful" to the Colorado community in a press release on the team's website. Denver is the latest city to join the National Women's Soccer League, which expanded into Boston, San Diego and San Francisco's Bay Area in recent years. Peyton Manning now joins his brother, Eli Manning, as a NWSL owner. The former Giants quarterback is part-owner of New York/New Jersey's Gotham FC, which won the league championship in 2023. The brothers made a tongue-in-cheek video for social media announcing the news on Tuesday, seemingly on a FaceTime call together. "Remember you were telling me the reason you liked the NWSL is because you didn't have to compete with me?" Peyton Manning asked his brother. " Eli Manning responded. Peyton then pulled away to show his t-shirt with the Denver NWSL logo on it. Gotham FC's official account commented that it "smells like a new rivalry." Denver was reportedly a record-breaking deal for the league, which was given a $110 million expansion fee by Denver's ownership group. Boston's fee was less than half that amount just over a year prior. Peyton Manning — who has won two Super Bowls, one with the Indianapolis Colts and one the Denver Broncos — is likely the most familiar name in the ownership group. Olympic skier Mikaela Shiffrin is also a part-owner in Denver's team. Denver's controlling owner, Rob Cohen, said in a press release that the quarterback's legacy is "second to none." "His impact on Colorado sports is unmatched, and we're incredibly proud to have him as a partner," Cohen said. "He brings passion, insight, and deep local roots — all of which will help us shape the future of Denver NWSL.' There have been a host of athletes who have invested in the growing women's soccer league, including retired WNBA star Sue Bird and NBA star Kevin Durant, who each have stakes in Gotham. Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and his wife Brittany Mahomes are co-owners for the Kansas City Current. Tennis star Serena Williams and her husband have an ownership stake in Angel City FC. Just this year, World Cup Champion Alex Morgan announced she was investing in San Diego Wave, her hometown team and the team she was playing for when she retired last year.
San Francisco Chronicle
5 hours ago
- Business
- San Francisco Chronicle
Hall of Fame QB Peyton Manning becomes latest sports celebrity to join NWSL Denver's ownership group
DENVER (AP) — Hall of Fame quarterback Peyton Manning became the latest sports celebrity to join the ownership group of Denver's National Women's Soccer League expansion team on Tuesday. Manning follows two-time Olympic champion ski racer Mikaela Shiffrin, who was announced as an investor last month in a club that will make its debut next season. Manning and Shiffrin join an NWSL group in Denver led by controlling owner Rob Cohen. Denver was awarded the NWSL's 16th team earlier this year. 'Peyton's legacy as a champion and a leader is second to none,' Cohen said in a news release. 'His impact on Colorado sports is unmatched, and we're incredibly proud to have him as a partner. He brings passion, insight, and deep local roots — all of which will help us shape the future of Denver NWSL.' All around the NWSL, big-name athletes are investing in teams. Manning's brother, Eli, is part of Gotham FC, while Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is involved with the KC Current and NBA star James Harden backs the Houston Dash. Decorated Alpine ski racer Lindsey Vonn supports the Utah Royals FC. Manning was a five-time MVP and two-time Super Bowl winner in a career that started with the Indianapolis Colts and ended in Denver after helping the Broncos to a title following the 2015 season. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2021 after throwing for 71,940 yards with 539 touchdowns and 251 interceptions. Since his retirement, Manning has grown his entertainment company Omaha Productions, which produces ESPN's 'Manningcast.' The show is hosted by the Manning brothers and offers an alternate way to watch 'Monday Night Football.' 'It's a real honor to be part of something so meaningful to the Colorado community,' Manning said of joining Denver NWSL. 'I'm proud to support the growth of women's sports and excited to help build a club that our city and our state can rally behind.' Denver NWSL is building a 12,000-seat temporary stadium that will be its home during the 2026 and '27 seasons. The team also recently unveiled plans for a state-of-the-art, 14,500-seat stadium that will be located in downtown Denver. ___
USA Today
5 hours ago
- Business
- USA Today
Peyton Manning joins ownership group of Denver's latest sports franchise
Peyton Manning joins ownership group of Denver's latest sports franchise Peyton Manning isn't interested in running the Denver Broncos, but he has joined the ownership group of another major sports franchise in town. Denver's upcoming NWSL expansion soccer team announced Tuesday that Manning has joined the club's ownership group ahead of its debut in 2026. 'It's a real honor to be part of something so meaningful to the Colorado community,' Manning said in a statement. 'I'm proud to support the growth of women's sports and excited to help build a club that our city and our state can rally behind.' Manning, who won Super Bowl 50 with the Broncos in 2015, still lives in the Denver area. His younger brother, Eli Manning, is a part-owner of Gotham FC, the NWSL's New York team. In typical Manning fashion, the yet-to-be-named Denver NWSL announced Peyton's arrival with a funny video featuring the two brothers: Manning, a five-time NFL MVP and two-time Super Bowl champion, will join an NWSL ownership group that also includes Broncos minority owner Mellody Hobson. Denver's NWSL club will play at a temporary stadium in Centennial over the next two years while a stadium is built downtown. The 14,500-seat stadium is scheduled to open in Denver ahead of the 2028 season. Related: 35 photos of Peyton Manning's son, Marshall, experiencing the NFL.
