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Five Key Matchups: Broncos vs. Chargers

Here are five key matchups for Thursday's AFC West contest between the Broncos and Chargers.

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In the first meeting between these two teams, quarterback Peyton Manning connected on 25-of-36 attempts for 330 yards and four touchdowns. The Chargers will be looking to limit his production this time around.
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In the first meeting between these two teams, quarterback Peyton Manning connected on 25-of-36 attempts for 330 yards and four touchdowns. The Chargers will be looking to limit his production this time around.

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Defensive end Shaun Phillips was one of four Broncos to get to Philip Rivers for a sack in the first meeting and Phillips will be looking to register another sack and more Thursday night.
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Defensive end Shaun Phillips was one of four Broncos to get to Philip Rivers for a sack in the first meeting and Phillips will be looking to register another sack and more Thursday night.

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Running back Danny Woodhead has been dangerous lining up as a slot receiver this season for the Chargers and that role puts him directly in the path of cornerback Chris Harris Jr..
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Running back Danny Woodhead has been dangerous lining up as a slot receiver this season for the Chargers and that role puts him directly in the path of cornerback Chris Harris Jr..

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Tight end Antonio Gates was the leading receiver for the Chargers in the first matchup with 62 yards on four catches. Linebacker Danny Trevathan has been solid against the pass this season and has three interceptions.
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Tight end Antonio Gates was the leading receiver for the Chargers in the first matchup with 62 yards on four catches. Linebacker Danny Trevathan has been solid against the pass this season and has three interceptions.

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Running back Ryan Matthews is coming off a 100-yard game against the Giants -- his fourth 100-yard game of the year. Defensive tackle Terrance Knighton will be looking to prevent a fifth.
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Running back Ryan Matthews is coming off a 100-yard game against the Giants -- his fourth 100-yard game of the year. Defensive tackle Terrance Knighton will be looking to prevent a fifth.

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