HEADtoHEADSTATS
A.J. Derby
TE · MIA
VS
NFL
Peyton Manning
QB · Indianapolis Colts⚡ 1–0
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A.J. Derby vs Peyton Manning Career Stats Comparison

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A.J. Derby
A.J. Derby
TE · MIA
VS
NFL
⚡ Winner
Peyton Manning
Peyton Manning
QB · Indianapolis Colts
Career Stats
N/A
Passer Rating
96.5
452
Receiving Yards
N/A
N/A
Passing Yards
71,940
3
Rec Touchdowns
N/A
N/A
Pass Touchdowns
539
11.3
Yards Per Reception
N/A
N/A
Interceptions
251
40
Receptions
N/A
N/A
Completion %
65.3%
N/A
Yards Per Attempt
7.7
21
Games Played
266
65
Targets
N/A
Statistical Verdict
Peyton Manning Wins
0–1
Category Wins
12 stats compared
Fantasy
No fantasy data available for 2026.
🤖AI Analysis

Few NFL comparisons generate more debate than A.J. Derby vs Peyton Manning. The numbers reveal a genuinely competitive matchup — Peyton Manning takes 1 categories while A.J. Derby claims 0, making this one of the closer head to head comparisons at the TE position. Every statistical category matters in a matchup this tight.

Peyton Manning's Games Played of 266 compared to A.J. Derby's 21 represents a 1166.7% advantage — dramatically better than their counterpart in this critical category. It is the single most decisive number in this comparison and the clearest statistical argument for Peyton Manning's edge.

Across the full range of career statistics, A.J. Derby remains competitive in several categories — a reminder that the overall comparison is closer than the final 1-0 category tally might suggest.

The tight end position demands a rare combination of size, athleticism and football IQ. Career receiving production at tight end reflects the ability to dominate as a mismatch weapon, red zone threat and reliable safety valve.

The verdict favors Peyton Manning — 1 categories to 0 — but A.J. Derby makes this far from a one-sided debate. Anyone building the case for A.J. Derby has real statistical ammunition. The numbers have spoken, but the argument will continue.

❓Frequently Asked Questions

Who is better, A.J. Derby or Peyton Manning?

Peyton Manning holds the statistical edge, winning 1 of 1 categories in this career comparison. Peyton Manning's Games Played of 266 versus A.J. Derby's 21 is the most decisive factor — a 1166.7% difference.

How do A.J. Derby and Peyton Manning compare in Games Played?

A.J. Derby career Games Played: 21. Peyton Manning career Games Played: 266. Peyton Manning leads by 1166.7% — dramatically ahead in this key TE metric.

Who had the better overall career, A.J. Derby or Peyton Manning?

Based on career statistics, Peyton Manning edges A.J. Derby 1-0 across key categories. Peyton Manning's Games Played of 266 leads A.J. Derby's 21 by 1166.7%, providing the clearest statistical evidence of the career advantage.

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