Manning, 39, attended team meetings and part of practice on Wednesday, a pattern he's expected to follow until he recovers. He spoke with Osweiler, providing insight on how the
New England Patriots might defend him.
"Peyton has been great to me," Osweiler said. "He's talking me through all of his past experiences against the Patriots. He was helping me out at practice, asking me questions. I love having him around. It's a great brain to pick."
Manning faces a difficult recovery given the nature of his injury. A full rupture releases the pain. As does surgery. Both require six to eight weeks recovery time, which would place Manning's availability this season in jeopardy. The walking cast immobilizes the left heel. When the cast is removed, Manning will require time to regain strength.
