Marshall Manning Enrollment at Baylor School in Chattanooga

Chattanooga, Tennessee, July 22, 2025

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Marshall Manning, son of NFL legend Peyton Manning, will enroll at Baylor School in Chattanooga, Tennessee, for the eighth grade. The school community is excited about his arrival, as he brings visibility to the program following positive media attention during the 2023 Pro Bowl workouts. While he won’t be eligible to play high school football until 2026, he can practice with the team. This transition marks a significant chapter for both Marshall and Baylor School, known for its strong athletic programs.

Chattanooga, Tennessee, is set to welcome Marshall Manning, the son of NFL legend Peyton Manning, to its Baylor School as he enrolls for the upcoming eighth-grade school year. Marshall, who previously attended middle school in Denver, Colorado, is expected to join as a day student.

Head of School Chris Angel communicated a sense of enthusiasm regarding Marshall’s arrival among the new student body, marking a significant moment for both the school and local sports culture. The Baylor community anticipates the participation of Marshall Manning, who gained notable media attention earlier in the year when videos of him showcasing his impressive passing skills surfaced during the 2023 Pro Bowl workouts. These videos featured interactions with prominent NFL players such as Ja’Marr Chase and Justin Jefferson.

Following this exposure, Corey Phillips, a recruiting director at the University of Colorado, expressed interest in Marshall via social media platforms. This growing recognition highlights the potential for Marshall to establish his own legacy in football, influenced by his father’s illustrious career.

Peyton Manning is a celebrated figure in football history, earning numerous accolades including the Heisman Trophy runner-up title in 1997 while at the University of Tennessee. His contributions to the sport were honored with inductions into both the College Football Hall of Fame in 2017 and the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2021. As the first overall selection in the 1998 NFL Draft, Peyton enjoyed a 14-year tenure with the Indianapolis Colts and a subsequent four seasons with the Denver Broncos. He is also renowned for being the only player to have won five Most Valuable Player (MVP) awards in NFL history, alongside a statue commemorating his contributions located outside Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

While Marshall Manning is not eligible to play on the high school football team until the 2026 season, he may practice with the team during the upcoming school year. Under the leadership of head coach Erik Kimrey, Baylor’s football program has emerged as a state powerhouse, boasting a state title in 2022 and finishing as runners-up in 2023. The institution has fostered a successful football program that has produced multiple recent players who received scholarships to FBS programs, including commitments to Power Five conferences.

Marshall Manning has a twin sister named Mosley, with both siblings now preparing for their transition into this new chapter at Baylor School. As the high school football season in Tennessee is set to commence on August 22, the month leading up to the opening game will be a crucial time for preparation within the school’s athletic agenda.

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• The Tennessean
• Wikipedia: Peyton Manning
• Times Free Press
• Google Search: Marshall Manning
• News Channel 9
• Google Scholar: Marshall Manning
• USA Today
• Encyclopedia Britannica: High School Football
• Rocky Top Insider
• Google News: Peyton Manning

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