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Retired Lilja joining Broncos

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Ryan Lilja will step out of retirement to reunite with Peyton Manning.

The veteran offensive lineman agreed to terms with the Denver Broncos, who are desperate for a starting center following a season ending knee injury to Dan Koppen.

Lilja, who turns 32 in October, played guard for six seasons in Indianapolis when Manning was the Colts’ quarterback.

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