Ex-Broncos OT: Justin Herbert better than Peyton Manning

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Denver Broncos QB Peyton Manning throws a pass.

Former Denver Broncos offensive tackle Ryan Harris made an appearance The DA Show on CBS Sports Radio.

In a surprising moment, Harris said that Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert was better than Peyton Manning and Ben Roethlisberger. Harris played with both Manning and Roethlisberger during his NFL career.

“Well, I think the AFC West is really led by the Los Angeles Chargers,” Harris said. “I mean, Justin Herbert is the best quarterback I’ve ever seen — and I’ve played with Peyton Manning and Ben Roethlisberger. This guy is incredible.”

Harris didn’t back down from calling Herbert the best quarterback he’d ever seen.

“I’ve played with Peyton Manning and Ben Roethlisberger and I’m telling you Justin Herbert is the best quarterback I’ve ever seen,” Harris continued. “It’s incredible what he’s doing. It’s something that will only continue to grow, and he has the most talented arm in the NFL.

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Taking over Herbert Manning is absurd

Herbert had a great start to his NFL career. To to CBS Sportss, Herbert ranks first among quarterbacks in completions (839), passing yards (9,350), and passing touchdowns (69) in NFL history. He will undoubtedly remain one of the best quarterbacks in the league for years to come.

Still, it’s absurd to put Herbert above Peyton Manning at this point. Manning is a two-time Super Bowl champion. He’s won five NFL MVP Awards, that is the all time. He is Third all-time in passing yards (71,940) and Third all-time in passing touchdowns (539).

Not to mention that designating Herbert as the best quarterback of all time also places him ahead of Aaron Rodgers, Tom Brady, Joe Montana, John Elway, Brett Favre, Drew Brees, Dan Marino, Johnny Unitas and many others.

Herbert has a lot to prove before he can start a conversation with Manning or any other legendary quarterback. He has yet to make his playoff debut. Individually, his honors are limited to Offensive Rookie of the Year and a Pro Bowl selection.

Herbert has immense talent and the potential to one day become a Hall of Famer. However, it’s far too early to consider him an all-time great.

Broncos: Harris was a Super Bowl starter

harris was selected by the Broncos in the third round of the 2007 NFL draft. He played four seasons for the franchise; He appeared in 46 games and made 34 starts.

Harris then went to the Houston Texans. After spending two seasons in Houston, he signed with the Kansas City Chiefs.

In his lone season with the Chiefs, Harris made 15 starts and he had one PFF grade of 70.1.

In 2015, Harris returned to the Broncos and signed a one-year contract. During the regular season, he started and played in all 16 games a whopping 1,003 offensive snaps.

Harris was a starter in the Super Bowl 50and he played every offensive snap.

In the offseason, he signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Harris played four games for the Steelers. In 2017 he announced his retirement.