So what does the 6-foot-8, 300 pound defensive end do to celebrate his new-found wealth? Why, eat of course. And rather heartily at that, with his fellow lineman joining him for a mighty (and rather expensive) feast.

Taking to Twitter Wednesday, Campbell, like any worthwhile athlete these days, shared his plans for the evening; most notably, dinner with Dan Williams (pictured) and the rest of his D-line brethren.

Out to dinner with a few of the boys…here’s a pic of me and @MrDanWilliamssay.ly/GJF3nRI

— Calais Campbell (@Campbell93) May 24, 2012

As you could imagine, it was a pricy occasion. Campbell noted that he spent “well over” $2000 for the grub, including tip.

The bill of the 1st D line dinner! Well over #2grand with tip say.ly/gSf3nRS

— Calais Campbell (@Campbell93) May 24, 2012

I can see why …

Assuming Campbell is a generous tipper — I’m talking 20% here — the total rounds out to $2328, give or take a few pennies. It’s but a drop in the bucket to somebody worth $55 mill, though a nice team bonding exercise nonetheless … and a dream come true to whomever waited on the table.

Mmm, pecan pie.

Just a few days after a dozen of interested suitors came a callin’, Peyton Manning has whittled his choices down to the “two likeliest landing spots” — the Denver Broncos and Arizona Cardinals — sources tell ESPN.

The Dolphins, who at one time were considered the favorite, may still meet with Manning, but “indications” are that the organization isn’t as high on his list as the two aforementioned teams.

One source familiar with the situation says “his gut is that Manning is leaning toward Denver,” though that was before his meeting with the Cards. The Seahawks are trying to get back into the bidding, but have failed to secure a meeting with the free agent quarterback.

The Broncos, whom Manning met with Friday and Saturday afternoon, have the advantage of playing in the AFC, said to be a preference of Peyton, who also has a good relationship with VP of football operations John Elway and head coach John Fox.

On the other hand, the Cardinals reportedly “intrigue” Manning, who’s close with head coach Ken Whisenhunt. He’s currently in Arizona, visiting with Whisenhunt, various assistant coaches, and receiver Larry Fitzgerald. Though, his agent, Tom Condon, didn’t seem to tag along, which suggests major contract negotiations likely won’t take place.

Team president Michael Bidwell, like Denver owner Pat Bowlen, is “determined” to sign Manning, and will put on a “Louisville-style full-court press” for his services.

“This team missed on Montana when he went to K.C.,” said another Cardinals source. “This is a different owner, just with the same last name. Michael will do what it takes.

UPDATE: Peyton has left the building.

Manning is leaving the cardinals facility right now!!!

— Michelle Beisner (@MichelleBeisner) March 11, 2012

Manning left in the same white SUV that he arrived in. HC Whisenhunt was driving. Team Pres Michael Bidwill followed behind in a black SUV.

— Michelle Beisner (@MichelleBeisner) March 11, 2012

Manning smiled and waved to fans and the media on his way out. Now the question is, where will Manning’s next stop be? #ManningWatch2012

— Michelle Beisner (@MichelleBeisner) March 11, 2012

Thrilling stuff.

Per Kent Somers of the Arizona Republic, Manning will continue meeting with the Cardinals’ brass on Sunday following a two-day pitstop in the Mile High City.

Manning flew in on Saturday night to meet with the Cardinals, who declined comment.

Somers notes that Peyton is “expected” to visit with the Dolphins in the days ahead, but that would obviously change if he doesn’t leave the desert without first signing a contract.

The team — like Manning — is said to want to resolve this quickly, as incumbent quarterback Kevin Kolb is due a $7 million bonus on March 17. Ideally, they’d like that money to go toward the future Hall of Famer instead.

They’ll have competition, however, as Broncos owner Pat Bowlen is reportedly willing to spend big to land Manning.

Though, from all accounts, the Cards have a leg up on both Miami and Denver, as the idea of playing with receiver Larry Fitzgerald and for coach Ken Whisenhunt supposedly “intrigues” Manning.

Intent on making a decision by Tuesday, the NFL’s start of free agency, we’ll see if the Cardinals are really as attractive an option to Manning as the bevy of reports have indicated. If he jets to South Beach without signing on the dotted line, the club likely has seen the last of him.

Sources tell FOX Sports’ Adam Schein that Manning has ‘put out feelers’ on the Cardinals, and is ‘very intrigued’ with several aspects of the squad: wideout Larry Fitzgerald (duh), coach Ken Whisenhunt, whom he “respects,” and the “young, talented defense.”

The Cards share the sentiment, and have “mutual interest” in making this marriage happen. Part of their plan would be to also add free agent receiver Reggie Wayne, whose said he wouldn’t mind following Manning to his next destination as the rumored package deal.

From the moment we knew of his release, news has become fixated on Peyton. Unsurprising, but also annoying, as the stories have changed so often it’s been hard to get a read into the future on #18.

However, nearly every rumor — be it from Adam Schefter or Joe Schmo down the block — has suggested Arizona as a legitimate landing spot for Manning, who reportedly has 12 suitors to choose from.

And it really is ideal, for all the reasons Manning supposedly mentioned, and more: (Relatively) easy division, domed-stadium, top-three receiver (who Wayne would complement excellently), solid running game, and potentially dominant defense.

Of course, Manning could just end up going where the money is, and that’s mostly likely in Washington or Miami. But if he feels he can still win a Super Bowl and wants to go to the best win-now team, that above picture will become a reality.

One thing is for certain: The good folks at R&S Mattress are sleeping well. And so will I tonight, knowing I can take six or so hours off from typing the words “Peyton” and “Manning.”

Per NFL.com (via KTAR-AM), R&S Mattress, an Arizona-based company, has put up a billboard over Interstate 10 in Phoenix, which reads, “PEYTON MANNING Please Sleep Here!”

Over the course of the next few weeks, the company will display three other LED billboards in the Valley.

Although the Cards weren’t named as a frontrunner in recent reports, I’m sure the club appreciates the free promo, and any help they can get in bringing the free agent quarterback out west.

Hey, if it worked for Tim Tebow in Denver, who says it can’t sway Manning to the desert? At the very least, he’ll get a good night’s rest out of it.

On Wednesday, the league announced that the New Orleans Saints and Arizona Cardinals will play in the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game, which takes place on August 5 in Canton, Ohio.

The contest will be televised on NFL Network, with a scheduled 8 p.m. ET kickoff time. Yes, unlike last year, it’s actually taking place.

This will mark the fifth time the Saints have participated in the Hall of Fame Game, and the fourth for the Cards.

For those interested in attending, tickets go on sale March 13 and are priced at $35, $45, $60, and $70.

Okay, okay, maybe he’s only the second most talked about item, behind, of course, the surging Denver Tebows Broncos. Still, for the last several months, Manning has drawn more gossip and back-page press than the National Enquirer.

The Colts, whom he’s currently under contract with, are weighing their only options, trying to determine whether to retain him — eating a $28 million option bonus for a potential mentor to Andrew Luck — or cut him loose, an unfathomable scenario to Indianapolis’ faithful.

If it’s the latter, we may have early insight into where Peyton may end up.

Per NFL Network’s Jason La Canfora, “general managers around the league” have mentioned the Seahawks, Cardinals, and 49ers as “possible destinations” for Manning.

The recent buzz has linked Manning to the Jets, who are revamping their offensive coaching staff after a late-season meltdown culminated in locker room turmoil and dissension. Quarterback Mark Sanchez has been trashed lately, both by the media and his own teammates, who’ve publicly come out and suggested that Gang Green needs to look elsewhere for their franchise signal-caller.

Might the Jets heed their call, and, for the second time in four years, swoop in and acquire a future Hall of Fame QB? Could the Big Apple become occupied by the Brothers Manning?

To quote Lee Corso: Not so fast, my friend.

La Canfora threw cold water on the idea Thursday, saying the potential marriage doesn’t add up and is unlikely to materialize.

“People I talk to in the league just don’t see it happening,” La Canfora told “NFL Total Access on Thursday. “It just doesn’t add up to where (Manning) wants to be.”

No, the real horses in this race evidently reside in the NFC West.

On top of what La Canfora is hearing, CBS’ Charley Casserly, a well-respected name in league circles, dubbed the Cardinals as the “one team to watch” due to the probable departure of Kevin Kolb, and coach Ken Whisenhunt’s prior experience with an all-time great under center.

It’s a fit that’d make sense from a logistical standpoint, too. Arizona offers everything the Colts do — and more.

Manning would continue to play indoors, with an elite receiver, an above-average running game, and … the best part? Doing so in a division that even the Crimson Tide could give a run for its money.

However, the victory was bittersweet for the elder Fitzgerald, as his son came away with a scare.

Per ESPN, an MRI revealed that Larry Fitzgerald suffered a bruised lung during the game, and was seen coughing up blood on the sidelines.

The “definitive results” won’t be known until Monday morning, which dad confirmed on Twitter.

“Cardinals Pro Bowler Larry Fitzgerald suffered a Lung injury was spitting up blood on sidelines. Will have MRI MONDAY,” Fitzgerald Sr. tweeted.

After Fitzgerald “took a hard shot,” he was checked for a concussion by the Cards’ medical staff, who realized that it’s instead a chest ailment.

It sounds painful, but if Fitz was hurting, it certainly didn’t show in his play.

Totaling 149 yards on nine receptions, Fitzgerald impressively snagged a pair of clutch grabs on Arizona’s final drive, looking animated after both.

He finished his sixth Pro Bowl season with 80 catches, 1,411 yards, and eight scores, doing so with an inconsistent quarterback situation.

With all due respect to the Johnson’s — Calvin and Andre — Fitzgerald reaffirmed himself as the NFL’s best receiver this year.

Arizona’s fellow wideouts, particularly Early Doucet, aren’t worthy of being showered with the same accolades, and, according to the elder Fitzgerald, are instead deserving of criticism.

On Monday, Larry Fitzgerald Sr., a prominent Minnesota sports writer, bashed Doucet on his Twitter account, ripping him for the lack of production opposite his son.

“Early Doucet bombed this year he drops to many passes not a dependable No.2,” he tweeted. “Needs to work harder at his job. He dropped 5 TDs this year.”

When asked about his now-controversial tweet, Fitzgerald Sr. elaborated on Doucet, citing the fourth-year pro’s questionable work ethic as a reason to pass judgment.

“I just know that Larry invited him to come and work out with him this summer and some guys take initiative and do it, some guys don’t,” the elder Fitzgerald said when contacted Monday. “But with the lockout, I thought he would have worked on it a little harder. That is me. People criticize me because they think I talk too much. That is just how I see it.”

Doucet, who’s actually the team’s third receiver, tripped while attempting to make the game-tying catch in the fourth quarter of the Cards’ loss to the Bengals Saturday. Despite the gaffe, Doucet is enjoying the best season of his career with 53 receptions for 682 yards and five touchdowns.

Fitzgerald Sr. may have a point or two with what he’s saying — and later iterated that he’s not “picking on” Doucet — but airing your dirty laundry in public is never a good idea, especially if it could, and probably will, create an awkward strain between two teammates.

During the Cards’ 23-20 win against the Rams on Sunday, Wells exploded for 228 yards and a touchdown on 27 carries, good for an incredible 8.4 yards-per-carry average.

The total set a new franchise record for rushing yards in a single game, surpassing the previous high held by LeShon Johnson in 1996.

It was a particularly eye-raising performance by Wells, who hadn’t topped the century mark on the ground since Week 3. A nagging knee injury contributed to his lack of production, but he showed a deceptive degree of speed and power we’d expect from the former first-round pick.

Finally injury-free, Wells probably won’t have the same success against the Cowboys’ top ten run defense in Week 13, but should continue to be the focal point of Arizona’s offense, especially if John Skelton remains under center.