Ever since the Indianapolis Colts released him several weeks ago, quarterback Peyton Manning has been one of the most sought-after free agents in NFL history. A long list of teams have been competing to lure the four-time MVP to their city, and one team recently got an assist from Nissan. The automaker offered Manning a free Nissan Titan in the hopes he chooses to sign with the team of the same name – the Tennessee Titans.<\/p>\n
It's a smart move for Nissan, as it operates two assembly plants in the Volunteer State. The offer stands regardless of whether or not Manning chooses to sign with the Titans, but Nissan hopes that their building him a specially-made model of the popular truck, along with the athlete's strong ties to Tennessee (he played at the University of Tennessee for four years), will bring the Titans back to the Super Bowl for the first time in over a decade.<\/p>\n
"While we are in no position to sign you to any particular NFL franchise, we at Nissan North America want to make you a Titan – a 2012 Nissan Titan – as a gesture of gratitude recognizing your great accomplishments and philanthropic contributions to our national community," Nissan North America wrote in a letter.<\/p>\n