11.   But Manning was the key.

12.   But the bottom line is that Manning is a cut above the rest right now.

13.   Clearly, Manning is the more mature of the two.

14.   Every team covets a superstar around whom it can market itself, and Irsay believes Manning should be the centerpiece of a bright future.

15.   For now, Bell and Hunter are the starters, Manning is third, and Houston, who has a strained thigh, is fourth.

16.   Goldberg said Manning should not be involved in the inquiry, saying it could have a chilling effect on firefighters or recruits who want to report complaints.

17.   However, Manning will not be at top form for this game.

18.   Hyams thinks Manning is the clear frontrunner.

19.   If Tennessee wins, Manning would be all but a lock for the Heisman Trophy.

20.   In his brief time here, Manning was content to play the role of trusted sidekick instead of that of superstar.