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Through the Years: Broncos vs. 49ers

Photos from the Broncos' regular-season and postseason history with the San Francisco 49ers.

Quarterback Charley Johnson throws a pass during a game against the San Francisco 49ers at Mile High Stadium.
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Quarterback Charley Johnson throws a pass during a game against the San Francisco 49ers at Mile High Stadium.

Otis Armstrong dashes into the end zone all alone to score a touchdown in a game against the San Francisco 49ers in San Francisco on Nov. 18, 1979. It was a 12-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Craig Morton.
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Otis Armstrong dashes into the end zone all alone to score a touchdown in a game against the San Francisco 49ers in San Francisco on Nov. 18, 1979. It was a 12-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Craig Morton.

San Francisco head coach Bill Walsh talks with Broncos head coach Dan Reeves before a September 19, 1982 win (24-21) over the 49ers at Mile High Stadium.
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San Francisco head coach Bill Walsh talks with Broncos head coach Dan Reeves before a September 19, 1982 win (24-21) over the 49ers at Mile High Stadium.

Rod Hanna
Broncos defensive end Greg Kragen (71) and defensive back Tyrone Braxton (34) stop San Francisco quarterback Joe Montana (16).
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Broncos defensive end Greg Kragen (71) and defensive back Tyrone Braxton (34) stop San Francisco quarterback Joe Montana (16).

Denver Broncos wide receiver Vance Johnson (82) blocks for running back Sammy Winder (23).
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Denver Broncos wide receiver Vance Johnson (82) blocks for running back Sammy Winder (23).

Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway (7) during the Broncos' 16-13 win over the 49ers.
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Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway (7) during the Broncos' 16-13 win over the 49ers.

Running back Gerald Willhite slashes through the hole during an October 9, 1988 overtime win (16-13) over the 49ers in San Francisco.
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Running back Gerald Willhite slashes through the hole during an October 9, 1988 overtime win (16-13) over the 49ers in San Francisco.

Eric Lars Bakke
Denver Broncos linebacker Karl Mecklenburg tackles San Francisco wide receiver Jerry Rice (80).
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Denver Broncos linebacker Karl Mecklenburg tackles San Francisco wide receiver Jerry Rice (80).

A fireworks spectacular at the conclusion of the National Anthem in the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans prior to Super Bowl XXIV on January 28, 1990.
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A fireworks spectacular at the conclusion of the National Anthem in the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans prior to Super Bowl XXIV on January 28, 1990.

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Terrell Buckley intercepts a 49er's pass attempt against the San Francisco 49ers at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 23, 2000.
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Terrell Buckley intercepts a 49er's pass attempt against the San Francisco 49ers at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 23, 2000.

Jamie Schwaberow
Rod Smith makes a reception against the San Francisco 49ers at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 23, 2000.
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Rod Smith makes a reception against the San Francisco 49ers at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 23, 2000.

Eric Lars Bakke
Deltha O' Neal drops back into pass coverage against the San Francisco 49ers at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 23, 2000.
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Deltha O' Neal drops back into pass coverage against the San Francisco 49ers at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 23, 2000.

Jamie Schwaberow
Ed McCaffrey celebrates after making a touchdown reception against the San Francisco 49ers at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 23, 2000.
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Ed McCaffrey celebrates after making a touchdown reception against the San Francisco 49ers at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 23, 2000.

Jamie Schwaberow
An overview of the post-game ceremonies held in celebration with the last game played at Mile High Stadium against the San Francisco 49ers at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 23, 2000.
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An overview of the post-game ceremonies held in celebration with the last game played at Mile High Stadium against the San Francisco 49ers at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 23, 2000.

Steve Nowland
John Mobley sacks Jeff Garcia against the San Francisco 49ers at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 23, 2000.
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John Mobley sacks Jeff Garcia against the San Francisco 49ers at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 23, 2000.

Jamie Schwaberow
Mike Anderson rushes the ball against the San Francisco 49ers at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 23, 2000.
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Mike Anderson rushes the ball against the San Francisco 49ers at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 23, 2000.

Jamie Schwaberow
Byron Chamberlain makes a reception against the San Francisco 49ers at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 23, 2000.
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Byron Chamberlain makes a reception against the San Francisco 49ers at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 23, 2000.

Eric Lars Bakke
Jason Elam kicks a field goal against the San Francisco 49ers at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 23, 2000.
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Jason Elam kicks a field goal against the San Francisco 49ers at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 23, 2000.

Jamie Schwaberow
Bill Romanowski celebrates in front of the 49er's team bench after sacking their quarterback against the San Francisco 49ers at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 23, 2000.
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Bill Romanowski celebrates in front of the 49er's team bench after sacking their quarterback against the San Francisco 49ers at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 23, 2000.

Eric Lars Bakke
Denver Broncos running back Clinton Portis (26) makes a good run on Sunday, September 15, 2002, in San Francisco, California. The Broncos defeated the 49ers 24-14.
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Denver Broncos running back Clinton Portis (26) makes a good run on Sunday, September 15, 2002, in San Francisco, California. The Broncos defeated the 49ers 24-14.

Olandis Gary celebrates after rushing for a touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers at Candlestick Park in San Francisco, CA on September 15, 2002.
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Olandis Gary celebrates after rushing for a touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers at Candlestick Park in San Francisco, CA on September 15, 2002.

Ian Gold and Deltha O' Neal make a tackle against the San Francisco 49ers at Candlestick Park in San Francisco, CA on September 15, 2002.
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Ian Gold and Deltha O' Neal make a tackle against the San Francisco 49ers at Candlestick Park in San Francisco, CA on September 15, 2002.

Denver Broncos quarterback Brian Griese (14) runs to get away from San Francisco 49ers linebacker Derek Smith (50) on Sunday, September 15, 2002, in San Francisco, California. The Broncos defeated the 49ers 24-14.
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Denver Broncos quarterback Brian Griese (14) runs to get away from San Francisco 49ers linebacker Derek Smith (50) on Sunday, September 15, 2002, in San Francisco, California. The Broncos defeated the 49ers 24-14.

Olandis Gary rushes the ball against the San Francisco 49ers at Candlestick Park in San Francisco, CA on September 15, 2002.
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Olandis Gary rushes the ball against the San Francisco 49ers at Candlestick Park in San Francisco, CA on September 15, 2002.

Mike Anderson rushes the ball against the San Francisco 49ers at Candlestick Park in San Francisco, CA on September 15, 2002.
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Mike Anderson rushes the ball against the San Francisco 49ers at Candlestick Park in San Francisco, CA on September 15, 2002.

Izell Reese moves in to pressure Jeff Garcia against the San Francisco 49ers at Candlestick Park in San Francisco, CA on September 15, 2002.
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Izell Reese moves in to pressure Jeff Garcia against the San Francisco 49ers at Candlestick Park in San Francisco, CA on September 15, 2002.

during third quarter action against the San Francisco 49ers during the game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, October 19, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus
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during third quarter action against the San Francisco 49ers during the game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, October 19, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus

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Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) throws an 8 yard pass to Demaryius Thomas (88) for his 509th career touchdown passes during second quarter action against the San Francisco 49ers in the NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, Co. October 19, 2014.
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Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) throws an 8 yard pass to Demaryius Thomas (88) for his 509th career touchdown passes during second quarter action against the San Francisco 49ers in the NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, Co. October 19, 2014.

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Denver Broncos guard Orlando Franklin (74) pushes running back Ronnie Hillman (23) into the end zone during third quarter action against the San Francisco 49ers during the game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, October 19, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus
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Denver Broncos guard Orlando Franklin (74) pushes running back Ronnie Hillman (23) into the end zone during third quarter action against the San Francisco 49ers during the game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, October 19, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus

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Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) carries the ball for a 49-yard gain during third quarter action against the San Francisco 49ers during the game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, October 19, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus
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Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) carries the ball for a 49-yard gain during third quarter action against the San Francisco 49ers during the game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, October 19, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus

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during first quarter action against the San Francisco 49ers during the game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, October 19, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus
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during first quarter action against the San Francisco 49ers during the game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, October 19, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus

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Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) hauls in a 40 yard touchdown reception during third quarter action against the San Francisco 49ers in the NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, October 19, 2014. This touchdown was Peyton Manning's NFL record leading 510th career touchdown.
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Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) hauls in a 40 yard touchdown reception during third quarter action against the San Francisco 49ers in the NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, October 19, 2014. This touchdown was Peyton Manning's NFL record leading 510th career touchdown.

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Denver Broncos Demaryius Thomas (88) catches quarterback Peyton Manning's (18) 8-yard pass for Manning's 509th career touchdown passes during second quarter action against the San Francisco 49ers in the NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, Co. October 19, 2014.
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Denver Broncos Demaryius Thomas (88) catches quarterback Peyton Manning's (18) 8-yard pass for Manning's 509th career touchdown passes during second quarter action against the San Francisco 49ers in the NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, Co. October 19, 2014.

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Denver Broncos fans cheer for quarterback Peyton Manning after setting the NFL record for touchdowns during second quarter action against the San Francisco 49ers in the NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, October 19, 2014.
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Denver Broncos fans cheer for quarterback Peyton Manning after setting the NFL record for touchdowns during second quarter action against the San Francisco 49ers in the NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, October 19, 2014.

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Denver Broncos defensive end Malik Jackson (97) and cornerback Bradley Roby (29) sack San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick (7) during third quarter action against the San Francisco 49ers during the game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, October 19, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus
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Denver Broncos defensive end Malik Jackson (97) and cornerback Bradley Roby (29) sack San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick (7) during third quarter action against the San Francisco 49ers during the game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, October 19, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus

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Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) drops back to pass during third quarter action against the San Francisco 49ers during the game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, October 19, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus
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Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) drops back to pass during third quarter action against the San Francisco 49ers during the game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, October 19, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus

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Denver Broncos cornerback Chris Harris Jr. (25) stops San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Anquan Boldin (81) for a loss of 1 yard during third quarter action against the San Francisco 49ers during the game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, October 19, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus
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Denver Broncos cornerback Chris Harris Jr. (25) stops San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Anquan Boldin (81) for a loss of 1 yard during third quarter action against the San Francisco 49ers during the game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, October 19, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus

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