At 39, not too many believed Peyton Manning had enough to compete against Panthers’ quarterback Cam Newton.

While that could be partly true, the success of a team in the Super Bowl does not fall on the hands of one man alone.

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And thanks to the defensive gems by the likes of MVP Von Miller, Manning became the oldest player in NFL history to win the Super Bowl.

Before Manning, it was John Elway who was 38 when he led the Broncos to the win in Super Bowl XXXIII.

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With his status still uncertain, Manning could opt to play one more season if he wants to or quit while he is ahead. Regardless of what he chooses, the fact remains that he is the oldest player ever to win a Super Bowl, a sweet end to a great 18 years of NFL play.

Above are the five oldest players ever to win a Super Bowl aside from Manning and Elway.

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