Magic Johnson is an influential guy, and he’s got Peyton Manning in mind as L.A.’s next big mover and shaker.
Johnson, who is part of the Dodgers ownership group, wants Manning to play for the Los Angeles Rams next season.
The two were guests on Wednesday's “The Tonight Show.”
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“I tried to talk somebody out of retirement and come to the Rams,” Johnson said, pointing to Manning. "I said, ‘Man, if you play again, come to the Rams.’ I was working on him backstage. I will even chip in some money.