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Steve Gleason pokes fun at Peyton Manning and the Falcons on ‘Manningcast’

New Orleans Saints legend Steve Gleason brought his signature humor to ESPN’s *ManningCast* during Monday Night Football, joining Peyton and Eli Manning for a lively segment amid the Saints’ 45–14 loss to the Atlanta Falcons. Gleason, known for his resilience after a 20-year career cut short by ALS, teased Peyton about his infamous blocked punt from the 2005 “Domecoming” game, joking that he could have been a Colt if Indianapolis hadn’t released him.

He also roasted the Falcons’ punting game, claiming their protection flaws made the block inevitable, and playfully suggested he’d have taken Peyton out before the ball even left his hands. The segment highlighted Gleason’s enduring wit, even as he reflected on the emotional weight of that night in the Superdome, where the crowd’s roar drowned out Peyton’s trademark “Omaha!” chant.

The Mannings’ laughter underscored the moment’s warmth, offering a rare bright spot in a show that has struggled to maintain its audience appeal this season.

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