Peyton Manning watches the action during the game against the...

Peyton Manning watches the action during the game against the Washington Redskins at Lucas Oil Stadium. (Aug. 19, 2011) Credit: Getty Images

INDIANAPOLIS -- Peyton Manning underwent more neck surgery Thursday, the third time in 19 months, and will miss not only the opening game but possibly the entire season.

Losing Manning for any stretch of time is a huge blow to the Colts. The four-time NFL MVP hasn't missed a game in 14 NFL seasons, with 227 consecutive starts.

"Rehabilitation from such surgery is typically an involved process," the team said in a statement, calling the procedure "uneventful." "Therefore, there will be no estimation of a return date at this time. We will keep Peyton on the active roster until we have a clear picture of his recovery process."

-- AP

Breast cancer awareness ... Jay-Z to perform at Super Bowl ... LI Works: Hair We Care Credit: Newsday

Oheka Castle goes to auction today ... Sticker shock for home oil users ... Latest on gov campaign ... Breast cancer awareness

Breast cancer awareness ... Jay-Z to perform at Super Bowl ... LI Works: Hair We Care Credit: Newsday

Oheka Castle goes to auction today ... Sticker shock for home oil users ... Latest on gov campaign ... Breast cancer awareness

Subscribe

Unlimited Digital AccessOnly 25¢for 6 months

SUBSCRIBESALE ENDS SOON | CANCEL ANYTIME