Live by unfounded rumors.
Die by unfounded rumors.
Haven't we learned our lesson as Pats' fans?
The only thing to do with an unfounded rumor is ignore it.
If Peyton passes his physical and wants to return, there's no way Elway would tell him to go away or make him take a salary cut. THAT would become Elway's legacy as Broncos' president...the guy who stiff-armed Papa John's Peyton. I just don't see Elway wanting that to happen.
Personally, I'd rather have Elway's legacy be as the guy who had the fantasy that he could win an SB by bringing in an aging QB who had proven time and again that he couldn't get it done in the postseason and who stuck with him for four years as the fan base became more and more frustrated at promises unfulfilled.
I could, however, see Elway hedging his bet by adding another QB. But, finding and being able to pay another credible QB with that roster is gonna be tough. I guess it would get a little easier if Welker retires, as another "unfounded rumor" says that he is thinking of doing.