at MetLife Stadium on October 12, 2014 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

Peyton Manning had interest from at least one team, but here's why he (probably) opted to retire instead

Manning made the right call.

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning is officially ending his career on a high note — winning the Super Bowl and riding off into the sunset.

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While it was almost a guarantee Manning wouldn't be back in Denver, reports note that the Los Angeles Rams had interest in the veteran quarterback, but he wouldn't have been guaranteed a starting gig, per the MMQB.

NFL Network's Albert Breer said much of the same:

MMQB also notes the Houston Texans might have had interest as well.

It seems Manning realized his time in the league truly was up and fighting for a starting gig on a squad unlikely to contend really had no value to his overall career makeup. What's next for Manning remains up in the air, but a Hall of Fame bid as soon as he's eligible should be in the works.