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Coach Tony Dungy of the Indianapolis Colts told reporters today that Peyton Manning will be ready for the season opener despite his current knee injury. The coach was optimistic about his star player’s chances, adding that Manning might even take the field during the preseason. The statement goes against the recommendation of doctors who said that Manning should sit out for six weeks.

Dungy though, knows the quarterback more than any of the doctors and he knows the desire Manning has to play. He is expecting a speedy recovery as the player trains and goes through rehab. The coach said that he had talked with Manning, who is following the doctors’ instructions right now. Even if number 18 isn’t at 100% it will be hard to keep him off the field due to how badly he wants to play.