NFL says Manning didn’t use HGH, other PEDs

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The NFL has determined that Peyton Manning did not use human growth hormone or any other performance-enhancing drug banned under the league’s policy.

The league announced its decision in a statement released Monday, saying it “found no credible evidence” of allegations in an Al-Jazeera America report that Manning’s wife received deliveries of HGH in 2011.

Before making its final determination, the NFL interviewed Manning and his wife Ashley, who were “fully cooperative with the investigation,” according to the league.

The NFL also received medical records pertinent to the case and, after reviewing them and the interviews, determined there wasn’t any evidence that any violation had occurred.

Peyton Manning retired after 18 seasons that included two Super Bowl titles, five NFL MVPs and 14 Pro Bowl elections. Elsa/Getty Images

Al-Jazeera America reported in December that an intern at an Indianapolis anti-aging clinic was secretly recorded suggesting that Ashley Manning received shipments of HGH. Manning, then with the Indianapolis Colts, was rehabbing from neck surgeries at that time. HGH is banned by professional sports leagues and is legal to prescribe for only a few specific medical conditions.

The intern, Charles Sly, recanted his statements, which were recorded without his knowledge. He said they were fabricated in an attempt to impress a potential business partner.

Manning angrily denounced the report, calling it “completely fabricated, complete trash, garbage,” …

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