Asked who he thinks Denver's quarterback will be next season, John Elway left no doubt: Peyton Manning. Asked about how Manning's contract might read if he does return, Elway was less clear: ''The bottom line is, I don't like to get into anyone's contract.'' Elway's deflection of the contract question Thursday left open the possibility that negotiations over dollars could be holding up a final decision as Manning considers returning for a fourth season in Denver. Manning is scheduled to make $19 million next season, and the Broncos could use some extra cap room as they prepare to sign free agent wide receiver Demaryius Thomas and shore up their offensive and defensive lines. More...