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But maybe the most appropriate comparison is one that’s far less obvious but even more pertinent. Manning has turned into the NFL’s version of Michael Jordan.
Think about it. After Chicago drafted Jordan in the first round of 1984, he listened to doubters and skeptics until he won his first NBA championship during his seventh season.
After Indianapolis drafted Manning in the first round of 1998 — the year when Jordan won his sixth and final NBA championship — he listened to doubters and skeptics until he won his first Super Bowl during his ninth season.
During his 15 seasons, Jordan won five NBA Most Valuable Player awards and was selected to the All-Star Game 14 times.
During his 12 seasons, Manning has won four NFL Most Valuable Player awards and has selected to the Pro Bowl 10 times.
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