Peyton Manning Honored At ESPY Awards

DENVER (CBS4) - Peyton Manning continues to win awards, even in retirement.

He received the Icon Award, given to retired athletes, at Wednesday night's ESPY Awards alongside soccer star Abby Wambach and now-retired NBA star Kobe Bryant.

Honoree Peyton Manning accepts the Icon Award onstage during the 2016 ESPYS at Microsoft Theater on July 13, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

The three were chosen for "the indelible mark they have made on the world of sports," ESPN said in a press release.

Justin Timberlake presented the three honorees, the most to receive the award at one time.

(L-R) Honorees Peyton Manning, Abby Wambach and Kobe Bryant accept the Icon Award onstage during the 2016 ESPYS at Microsoft Theater on July 13, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

Manning has won several ESPY Awards in a variety of categories over the years, including best college football player, best record-breaking performance, and best NFL player.

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