Peyton Manning

The son of former NFL quarterback Archie Manning and an elder brother of New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning, Peyton Manning spot the 5th place among the most Influential Athletes of America. A mainstay on this list, Manning impressed in his second career chapter by recovering from a neck injury and leading the Broncos to a 13 3 season. Manning s pre snap routine has earned him the nickname The Sheriff , and he is one of the most recognizable and parodied players in the NFL.