Why would Peyton even want to run for office?
Notoriety? He's as famous as can be. He just needs to keep doing awesome ads and the occasional Saturday Night Live appearance.
Money? When Peyton retired in 2016, Forbes estimated that he had earned over $400 million throughout his entire career in salary and endorsements.
Social Change? Has Peyton ever taken a stand on a social issue? He was always so particular about proteching his brand. Even now, I think he'd want to protect his legacy and image. The most surefire way of an athlete destroying one's reputation is by running for public office.
Something to do? Well, word is around Denver that Peyton almost always drops his kids off to school himself. He even participates in Father-type activities at the school. He could choose to do anything in football he wanted to: buy part of a team, coach, or even just consult. He chooses not to, and I think that's because he's serious about being a great Dad and husband right now. Just go look at the documentary, The Book of Manning, that was done by ESPN a few years ago about Archie Manning and you'll understand how big of an influence his father had on Peyton and how he wants to emulate that with his own kids.
No, Peyton doesn't need to get his hands dirty with politics and good for him.
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