Peyton Manning spent the final four years of his illustrious career with the Denver Broncos from 2012-2015, during which time he practiced alongside star cornerback Chris Harris. In a recent interview on the “Up & Adams Show” with Kay Adams, Harris reflected on the experience of going up against Manning in practices.
Harris described Manning as being extremely prepared during practice sessions, noting that he would go to great lengths to simulate game conditions, such as dipping his hand and the ball in water to mimic rain games. Manning’s attention to detail and precision on the field helped Harris improve his game, particularly in terms of coming out of breaks quickly as a defensive back.
The cornerback praised Manning’s exceptional timing and accuracy, highlighting how the quarterback would release the ball before the receiver even made his break, resulting in perfectly placed passes. Harris noted that Manning’s ability to hit receivers in stride made him stand out among other quarterbacks in the league.
As part of the “No Fly Zone” secondary, Harris and his fellow defensive backs played a key role in helping the Broncos win Super Bowl 50 in 2016. Harris believes that facing Manning in practice was instrumental in the secondary’s success, as it pushed them to elevate their game and improve their skills.
Harris emphasized the competitive nature of the practices against Manning, explaining that the back-and-forth battles ultimately made the defense stronger and more prepared for game situations. The experience of practicing with Manning was invaluable for Harris and his teammates, helping them become a cohesive and dominant unit on
