The Facts: Following up on a previous item. ... NFL Media's James Palmer reported Monday that no decision is expected this week from Manning about his playing future. Palmer also reported, from a source close to the situation, that the decision will go right up to March 9th, the start of the new league year and when Manning is guaranteed his $19 million salary for 2016.

Diehards Line: Palmer's update comes on the heels of Denver Post columnist Woody Paige reporting that Manning would "acknowledge his decision" to retire by the end of this week. According to NFL.com, Manning met repeatedly at the NFL Scouting Combine with Broncos GM John Elway, who also launched talks last week with free-agent-to-be Brock Osweiler, the likely heir apparent at quarterback if Manning steps away after 17 NFL seasons. Manning is scheduled to speak with both Elway and HC Gary Kubiak sometime this week, Palmer reported. The expectation is that Manning will make his final decision next week. All indications are still that he plans to retire.