Tackling education: Peyton Manning to teach at University of Tennessee
ByNatalie Dreier, Cox Media Group National Content Desk
Professor Peyton FILE PHOTO: Peyton Manning #18 of the Denver Broncos looks at the Vince Lombardi Trophy after Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. The Broncos defeated the Panthers 24-10. Manning will be sharing his experiences as a professor of practice at the University of Tennessee. (Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
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ByNatalie Dreier, Cox Media Group National Content Desk
Former Colts and Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning is heading to the classroom to pass his knowledge, not a football.
He starts his tenure in the fall 2023 term, the school said in a news release, calling Manning, “a nationally recognized media personality, entrepreneur, sports commentator and former professional athlete.”
Manning, whom the school called a “true Volunteer” in honor of the university’s mascot, will join some classes during the upcoming year as a “featured expert, bringing significant industry experience to the classroom.”
The former quarterback will discuss several topics, including sports reporting, video production, performance, leadership, communication and public speaking.
Manning is a 1997 graduate of the University of Tennessee, with a degree in speech communication. He led the football team to the SEC championship.
“My time as a student in the College of Communication and Information was a foundational experience during which I learned critical skills and messaging techniques that I continue to put to use almost daily,” Manning said in the news release. “I look forward to working with the college’s talented faculty and directly with students in an effort to ensure they are well prepared for their future careers.”
In addition to his Hall of Fame NFL career, Manning has also started the entertainment company Omaha Productions.
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Through the years 16 Sep 1995: Quarterback Peyton Manning sets to throw a pass during the Volunteers 62-37 loss to the University of Florida at Florida Field in Gainesville, Florida. Mandatory Credit: Scott Halleran/Allsport (Scott Halleran/Getty Images)
Through the years 18 Apr 1998: First overall pick Peyton Manning shows off his jersey after being selected by the Indianapolis Colts in the first round of the 1998 NFL Draft at Madison Square Garden in Manhattan, New York. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Squire /Allsport (Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
Through the years INDIANAPOLIS - 2006: Peyton Manning of the Indianapolis Colts poses for his 2006 NFL headshot at photo day in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Getty Images) (Getty Images/Getty Images)
Through the years MIAMI GARDENS, FL - FEBRUARY 04: Quarterback Peyton Manning #18 of the Indianapolis Colts celebrates winning the Super Bowl XLI qith a score of 29-17 over the Chicago Bears on February 4, 2007 at Dolphin Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Donald Miralle/Getty Images) (Donald Miralle/Getty Images)
Through the years INDIANAPOLIS - NOVEMBER 15: Quarterback Peyton Manning #18 of the Indianapolis Colts greets Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots after the game at Lucas Oil Stadium on November 15, 2009 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Colts won the game 35-34. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images) (Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
Through the years INDIANAPOLIS - JANUARY 16: Quarterback Peyton Manning #18 of the Indianapolis Colts thows the ball against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Divisional Playoff Game at Lucas Oli Stadium on January 16, 2010 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) (Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
Through the years MIAMI GARDENS, FL - FEBRUARY 07: Peyton Manning #18 of the Indianapolis Colts celebrates after a touchdown in the third quarter against the New Orleans Saints during Super Bowl XLIV on February 7, 2010 at Sun Life Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) (Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
Through the years HOUSTON, TX - DECEMBER 22: Peyton Manning #18 of the Denver Broncos celebrates after throwing his fourth touchdown during the game against the Houston Texans at Reliant Stadium on December 22, 2013 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Scott Halleran/Getty Images) (Scott Halleran/Getty Images)
Through the years DENVER, CO - JANUARY 03: Quarterback Peyton Manning #18 of the Denver Broncos runs the offense against the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on January 3, 2016 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images) (Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)
Through the years SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Peyton Manning #18 of the Denver Broncos runs on the field in the first quarter against the Carolina Panthers during Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) (Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
Through the years SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Peyton Manning #18 of the Denver Broncos looks at the Vince Lombardi Trophy after Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. The Broncos defeated the Panthers 24-10. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) (Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
Through the years SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Peyton Manning #18 of the Denver Broncos celebrates with the Vince Lombardi Trophy after Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. The Broncos defeated the Panthers 24-10. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) (Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
Through the years NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 12: Former NFL player Peyton Manning and NY Giants, NFL player Eli Manning attend the Annual Charity Day hosted by Cantor Fitzgerald, BGC and GFI at Cantor Fitzgerald on September 12, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Dave Kotinsky/Getty Images for Cantor Fitzgerald) (Dave Kotinsky)
Through the years CANTON, OHIO - AUGUST 08:Peyton Manning and his father Archie Manning pose after unveiling his bust during the NFL Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony at Tom Benson Hall Of Fame Stadium on August 08, 2021 in Canton, Ohio. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images) (Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
Through the years DENVER, COLORADO - OCTOBER 31: Peyton Manning speaks to the crowd during a Ring of Honor induction ceremony at halftime of the game between the Washington Football Team and Denver Broncos at Empower Field At Mile High on October 31, 2021 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images) (Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)
Through the years DENVER, COLORADO - OCTOBER 31: Peyton Manning looks on during a Ring of Honor induction ceremony at halftime of the game between the Washington Football Team and Denver Broncos at Empower Field At Mile High on October 31, 2021 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images) (Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)
Through the years LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - FEBRUARY 05: AFC players Dion Dawkins #73 of the Buffalo Bills and Cameron Heyward #97 of the Pittsburgh Steelers push AFC head coach Peyton Manning in the Gridiron Gauntlet event during the 2023 NFL Pro Bowl Games at Allegiant Stadium on February 05, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images) (Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
Through the years CANTON, OHIO - AUGUST 05: Hall of Fame quarterback Peyton Manning celebrates with fans as he is introduced prior to the 2023 Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony at Tom Benson Hall Of Fame Stadium on August 05, 2023 in Canton, Ohio. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Getty Images) (Nick Cammett/Getty Images)