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What's bad for Peyton Manning is good for one of his former teammates -- because TMZ Sports has learned an ex-Colts player has created a new iPhone app inspired by Peyton's disastrous Super Bowl performance ... and it's already blowin' up.

Brandon King -- a DB who played with Manning in 2010 -- has developed a smart phone game called "Smashman" ... where a QB (who bears a striking resemblance to Peyton) gets chased around by a defense (that bears a striking resemblance to the Seahawks).

King tells TMZ Sports he came up with the idea after watching the Super Bowl -- saying, "It was the most embarrassing game I ever saw him play. I was like let me make an app where it’s almost impossible to score on a defense."

The gameplay is similar to the smash hit smart phone game "Flappy Bird" -- where players repeatedly tap the screen to move the main character upward to avoid obstacles (or enemies).

King says the object of the game is to score 44 points -- one more than the Seahawks scored on the Broncos in the S.B. -- but the ex-NFL player tells us it's nearly impossible.

"No one has gotten to 44 so far, it’s pretty hard."

King says business has been great so far -- with more than 2,000 downloads in the first week of its release.

Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice has struck a deal with prosecutors that could keep him out of jail for allegedly KOing his then-fiance in an Atlantic City casino ... but there's one big catch.

Rice was accepted into a pretrial intervention program on Tuesday -- a program that allows defendants to avoid prosecution pending the completion of a specific set of rehabilitative conditions.

Officials wouldn't give any specific details on Rice's program -- only saying that it will last one year ... and he MUST stay out of trouble during the course of the PTI.

If he can satisfy those requirements, prosecutors will drop the 3rd degree aggravated assault charge.

Rice's attorney told ESPN, "We're very happy with the result. We're glad that the court and the prosecutor's office agreed PTI was the appropriate disposition for the case."

As we previously reported, Rice was arrested on February 15 after allegedly beating up Janay Palmer (who he later married) at the Revel Casino in Atlantic City, NJ.

TMZ Sports published video showing Rice dragging Palmer's unconscious body out of a casino elevator ... but Rice's attorney insisted there was more to the story than meets the eye.

Rob Kardashian has an NFL sympathizer ... a former lineman who tells TMZ Sports it can be HARDER to shed the extra lbs when you have the world at your fingertips ... but he insists, it CAN be done.

We spoke with former Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman Alan Faneca ... who famously dropped more than 100 pounds after retiring from pro football ... and he tells us he knows the struggle big stars like Rob face when they try to lose weight.

More than 600 retired NFL players -- including Ricky Watters and Roger Craig -- have teamed up to sue NFL Films ... claiming they're sick of watching the company exploit old NFL footage without paying the players a cent.

There are only 2 people in history who are capable of "doing 100% good" ... Michael Jordan and Jesus Christ (in that order) ... so says Metta World Peace.

Metta was at the 29th Anniversary Cedars-Sinai Sports Spectacular Gala in L.A. last night when he waxed poetic in a lightning round of topics. Here's a sample of some of the gold:

Metta's movie career:
"I'm pretty busy, so I don't have time to be in 'Transformers 4' as a lead ... If I have time maybe I'll do "Green Mile Part 2."

Metta's hobbies:
"I have the time to kiss babies, I have the time to make love to my girlfriend ... i have a lot of time for that type of stuff

Metta's political aspirations:
"In 4 years, I will run for President ... but just not right now.

Metta on Obama:
"He's doing 80% good. I can't give him 100, only person 100% is Michael Jordan and Jesus."

Metta on What He Wants to Eat at the White House:
"I want some collared greens, ribs, grape Kool-Aid, watermelon and fried chicken 'cause I'm black."

He's got some stiff competition ... but NFL star Larry English says his lingerie model GF is the hottest in the entire NFL ... so, TAKE THAT AJ McCARRON!

Larry made the proclamation while leaving Greystone Manor in L.A. with Nicole Williams -- who's been featured in Treats! Magazine and on La Senza -- a huge lingerie website.

No doubt Williams is a total smokeshow ... but how does she stack up in an extremely competitive league filled with talent like Lindsey Duke (Blake Bortles' GF), Katherine Webb (AJ McCarron's GF) and Draya Michele (Orlando Scandrick's GF)??

... and all was right with the world again.

Thanks to the good work of Jimmy Fallon, Don Mattingly was reunited with his legendary lip warmer last night ... and it was magical.

Of course, Mattingly's mustache was like Samson's locks -- powering the former Yankees star into superstardom back in the '80s.

For some crazy unknown reason, Donny Baseball separated from his snot mop a few years ago ... and like Alex Trebek, he's never been the same since.

It wasn't "Titanic." It wasn't even "The Notebook" ... but NBA Hall-of-Famer Gary Payton admits there was ONE movie that made him cry once ... and it's all Taye Diggs' fault.

The Glove and his son (Glove Jr.?) were leaving DBA nightclub in L.A. last night -- when we asked if he got misty eyed during Kevin Durant's MVP speech ... you know, the one where he thanked his mom (yeah, we cried. Don't judge).

For the record, Gary says HE didn't shed a single tear ... and tried to play the "I'm too tough to cry" card.

But when we pushed, Payton revealed the one flick that opened the waterworks -- a film that came out pretty recently.

L.A. Dodgers superstar Hanley Ramirez spent the first 19 years of his life growing up in the Dominican Republic -- so what were the first words he learned in English?

It's the kinda thing that blew up in Dennis Rodman's face -- but WWE Hall of Famer Tony Atlas is throwing his name in the ring for a new wrestling gig ... in North Korea.

The event -- announced Monday -- will be held August in Pyongyang, and although the lineup hasn't been revealed ... Atlas says he'd proudly lace up his boots for a match ... even though he's 70 YEARS OLD!

Tony, aka Mr. USA, sees it as his patriotic duty, telling us ..."If Mr. USA wins his match, the people of North Korea will have freedom from oppression ... and Mr. USA always fights for freedom and righteousness."

We doubt Kim Jong-un sees it that way.

Tony says he's anxious to get a call from event organizer Antonio Inoki ... who fight fans remember for his famous hybrid wrestling/boxing match with Muhammad Ali back in 1976.

The woman who claims she was slapped by NY Jets defensive coordinator Dennis Thurman has decided she will NOT pursue criminal charges ... sources directly involved with the situation tell TMZ Sports.

We broke the story ... the woman filed a police report claiming Thurman put 5-fingers to her face when she turned down his advances in a NJ restaurant last week.

THE WAR IS OVER -- UFC honcho Dana White and UFC legend Ken Shamrock have finally made peace ... after feuding for nearly a decade ... TMZ Sports has learned.

**WARNING -- THE FOLLOWING POST CONTAINS SERIOUS "GAME OF THRONES" SPOILERS ... GOOD ONES, TOO ... PROCEED WITH CAUTION**

Atlanta Falcons great Jamal Anderson -- the creator of the Dirty Bird -- is a HARDCORE "Game of Thrones" fan ... like, borderline obsessed.

So, when we asked him to put together a Monday morning "GoT" recap, dude was ALL ABOUT IT.

Soooo ... without further ado, here's Jamal's breakdown of last night's ep "Mockingbird."

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"What do we do with those that hurt the ones we love?"

We begin this week with the Lannister boys (Tyrion & Jamie) plotting in Tyrian's dungeon abode.

Clearly reeling from last weeks explosive final scene -- the demand for Trial by Combat -- the realization of Tyrion's dire situation is setting in. Who will come to champion Tyrion? It appears his options are severely limited. But more on this later...

Blood and guts anyone? Last night we were re-introduced to one of the more formidable characters on the show. As a former football player in the NFL, I've seen many big men on the field of play. There were few, if any, as enormous as Sir Gregor Clegane -- aka The Mountain. When Tyrion requested his trial by combat, he should have also realized the sister (Cersei) who wants him dead would find a find worthy foe. Although a brief scene, Cersei's meeting with the Mountain showed us that dude's got the skill to kill.

"Nothing isn't better or worse than anything ... nothing is just nothing"

Arya Stark is learning brutal life lessons. The adventures of our favorite weary duo continue with Arya and the Hound, Sandor Clegane. As we are reminded later in this episode, the Hound is the brother of the Mountain. A theme in this weeks episode -- siblings.

Fascinating to see the bond being formed between these two ... considering the Hound is on Arya's death list! A few big scene's this week for our duo. Arya won't hesitate to exact revenge. Her little sword gets it done. Needle to the heart and goodnight! Learning the ways of this cold world from a man she's sworn to kill. Who knew the Hound had a heart? Painfully recalling how he become deformed, a rare scene with the Hound showing, dare I say, feelings. Arya with an assist on the stitches. Yes, the bond between the two is growing.

Fresh off his triumph at Craster's keep, we jump to Castle Black and one of my favorite characters on the show, Jon Snow. Admired by his comrades, hated by leadership at Castle Black. You'd think the bosses would listen to a guy who spent a significant amount of time around their enemy. Negative. They threaten his wolf, shut down his plan, and stick him with the worst assignment at Castle Black. Lord Snow, indeed.

Back to our favorite dwarf in a dungeon, Tyrion Lannister. A visit from an old ally doesn't bode well for Tyrion. Bronn, his former right hand man is moving in prosperous circles now without him. His life has meaning. So much for the plan of Bronn being Tyrion's champion is his trial by combat. Who can blame Bronn? Nobody wants to fight the Mountain.

Daario Naharis has spent the better part of two seasons trying to get into Khaleesi's bed. His efforts finally paid off and he can thank the wild flowers. Noted. Just in time for Daario as he and his Second Sons troop are reassigned back to Yunkai. Khaleesi is about to set her provinces straight with brutal swiftness.

You never know who you'll bump into on The King's Road. On a mission to find Sansa Stark, a simple stop for lodging and grub turns into very useful information for Brienne of Tarth. First, she finds out Arya Stark is in fact still alive. This spurns a conversation from her squire about the only living Stark relative Lysa Arryn. Didn't you want to scream at the TV to tell them to take the other road? Alas, if only Podrick would have been sure of his information. A reunion with Sansa could have been near. Maybe it still is? Stay tuned.

BTW -- admit it, you suddenly want a piece of kidney pie.

Back to the dungeon of our jailed little lord Tyrion Lannister.

In an episode packed with good scenes, this one of the the best. A surprising visitor who shares a very surprising story. Prince Oberyn. Further proving Cersei's lifelong hatred for her brother, Oberyn shares a painful story with Tyrian from their childhood. "All anyone talked about was the monster born to Tywin Lannister." Ouch. Eyes full of tears as his prospects seem truly dire, in a surprise turn, Prince Oberyn steps up to be his champion. Revenge, good people, is a powerful ally. Tyrion's trial by combat is set, Prince Oberyn vs Sir Gregor aka The Mountain.

Off to the Eyrie we go for this week's final scenes. They usually save the best scenes for last on this show -- this week is no different. A rare moment of peace, Sansa Stark brief joy is interrupted by her twisted little cousin-husband to be. A small applause when she laid hands on him.

Lord Petyr Baelish doesn't miss much, does he? Always present, always plotting. You had to know when he "rescued" Sansa the way he looked at her what his true intentions were. Last night in the scene of the night they were made painfully clear. Slimy and slick Lord Baelish played Lysa Arryn to the left, right, and threw her down the middle. The middle off the sky whole, that is. Baelish started the domino mess with Lysa Arryn that precipitated a war which saw the death of many, especially the Starks. Her reward for obediently listening -- tossed out of the sky hole in her own castle. "I have only loved one women ... Only one, my entire life ...your sister"

Damn, cold world this Game of Thrones. I'm not going to act like I feel bad for Lysa, she was clearly off her rocker. Here's to the hope that someone gets to Sansa Stark soon, because Lord Baelish is plotting. How will Baelish answer For Lysa's death?

"Dodgeball is a sport of violence, exclusion and degradation. So, when you're picking players in gym class, remember to pick the bigger, stronger kids for your team. That way you can gang up on the weaker ones" -- Patches O'Houlihan

It was pure domination on the dodgeball courts in NYC today -- when L.A. Dodgers stars Drew Butera (catcher) and Dee Gordon (2nd baseman) DESTROYED a bunch of elementary school kids ... and it was all caught on tape.

The MLB stars took on kids from Grace Church School in a match that was taped for the MTV2 show "Off the Bat."

Don't worry, it doesn't seem like anyone was hurt -- and it was all in good fun.

Somewhere, Miss Lippy is smiling ...