The Facts:
Following up on a previous item. ... Manning ended a self-imposed silence by saying he wanted to play in Indianapolis' first regular-season game Sept. 7 against Chicago -- although he couldn't provide a guarantee. "I've not really had a whole lot to say to tell you the truth," he said. "As to when I'll be back on the practice field, that's still to be determined. Obviously, the sooner, the better for me. My goal is to be back for the first game."
Reported by the Associated Press
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
Obviously a noble goal and one of great interest to Fantasy owners. Throughout Manning's absence, team officials have repeatedly said Manning's rehabilitation is on schedule. He was expected to miss four to six weeks, and HC Tony Dungy believes Manning could be practicing by next week. The time table remains uncertain, though, and Dungy could not assure fans that Manning would be ready to face the Bears. "I don't think we can guarantee that," Dungy said. In other words, it's time to start watching this one a little more closely -- and watch with a more skeptical eye.
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