Throwing it back: Photos from the Broncos' previous Christmas Day wins

Denver Broncos defensive end Neil Smith (90) and linebacker David Bowens (52) celebrate after Smith sacked Detroit Lions quarterback Charlie Batch in the second quarter Saturday, Dec. 25, 1999, at the Silverdome in Pontiac, Mich. The Broncos won 17-7. (AP Photo/Paul Warner)

Denver Broncos tight end Byron Chamberlain (86) is upended by Detroit Lions safety Mark Carrier (27) during the fourth quarter Saturday, Dec. 25, 1999, at the Silverdome in Pontiac, Mich. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)

Denver Broncos linebacker D.J. Williams (52) is tripped up by Tennessee Titans quarterback Billy Volek after Williams intercepted a pass from Volek during the first quarter Saturday, Dec. 25, 2004, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)

Denver Broncos cornerback Kelly Herndon (31) intercepts a pass against the Tennessee Titans in the fourth quarter of the Broncos' 37-16 win Saturday, Dec. 25, 2004, in Nashville, Tenn. Behind Herndon is safety John Lynch (47). (AP Photo/John Russell)

Denver Broncos quarterback Jake Plummer (16) throws a pass as offensive tackle Matt Lepsis (78) blocks Tennessee Titans defensive end Carlos Hall during the first quarter Saturday, Dec. 25, 2004, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/John Russell)

Triandos Luke returns a punt during the NFL game against the Tennessee Titans on December 25, 2004 at The Coliseum in Nashville, Tennessee.

Reggie Hayward goes over the game plan with coach Keith Millard during the NFL game against the Tennessee Titans on December 25, 2004 at The Coliseum in Nashville, Tennessee.

Mike Shanahan watches the game from the sidelines during the NFL game against the Tennessee Titans on December 25, 2004 at The Coliseum in Nashville, Tennessee.

Mike Shanahan goes over the game plan with his players during the NFL game against the Tennessee Titans on December 25, 2004 at The Coliseum in Nashville, Tennessee.

Jeff Shoate is all smiles during the NFL game against the Tennessee Titans on December 25, 2004 at The Coliseum in Nashville, Tennessee.

Rod Smith hauls down a touchdown reception during the NFL game against the Tennessee Titans on December 25, 2004 at The Coliseum in Nashville, Tennessee.

Al Wilson celebrates Reggie Hayward''s quarterback sack during the NFL game against the Tennessee Titans on December 25, 2004 at The Coliseum in Nashville, Tennessee.

John Lynch celebrates after a huge hit during the NFL game against the Tennessee Titans on December 25, 2004 at The Coliseum in Nashville, Tennessee.

Cooper Carlisle (65) flattens a Titans defender to make way for Garrison Hearst during the NFL game against the Tennessee Titans on December 25, 2004 at The Coliseum in Nashville, Tennessee.

Kelly Herndon intercepts a pass attempt during the NFL game against the Tennessee Titans on December 25, 2004 at The Coliseum in Nashville, Tennessee.

Kelly Herndon celebrates after his touchdown reception during the NFL game against the Tennessee Titans on December 25, 2004 at The Coliseum in Nashville, Tennessee.

Jason Elam attempts a field goal during the NFL game against the Tennessee Titans on December 25, 2004 at The Coliseum in Nashville, Tennessee.

Kenoy Kennedy pressures the quarterback during the NFL game against the Tennessee Titans on December 25, 2004 at The Coliseum in Nashville, Tennessee.

Reuben Droughns rushes the ball for a touchdown during the NFL game against the Tennessee Titans on December 25, 2004 at The Coliseum in Nashville, Tennessee.

Ashley Lelie hauls down a reception during the NFL game against the Tennessee Titans on December 25, 2004 at The Coliseum in Nashville, Tennessee.

Roc Alexander makes a tackle during the NFL game against the Tennessee Titans on December 25, 2004 at The Coliseum in Nashville, Tennessee.

John Lynch greets a friend after the game during the NFL game against the Tennessee Titans on December 25, 2004 at The Coliseum in Nashville, Tennessee.

Mike Shanahan greets Jeff Fisher after the Broncos victory over the Titans during the NFL game against the Tennessee Titans on December 25, 2004 at The Coliseum in Nashville, Tennessee.

Denver Broncos running back Reuben Droughns (34) tries to run past Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Kevin Carter (93) in the second quarter of the Broncos' 37-16 win Saturday, Dec. 25, 2004, in Nashville, Tenn. Droughns scored three touchdowns and rushed for 91 yards. At right is Titans defensive end Bo Schnobel (95). (AP Photo/John Russell)

Denver Broncos running back Reuben Droughns (34) gets past Tennessee Titans cornerback Michael Waddell (36) for a touchdown in the first quarter Saturday, Dec. 25, 2004, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Rod Smith (80) grabs a pass as he is hit by Tennessee Titans cornerback Michael Waddell (36) during the first quarter Saturday, Dec. 25, 2004, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/John Russell)

Jake Plummer celebrates the Broncos victory with John Lynch during the NFL game against the Tennessee Titans on December 25, 2004 at The Coliseum in Nashville, Tennessee.

Mike Shanahan talks with his players in the locker room following the game during the NFL game against the Tennessee Titans on December 25, 2004 at The Coliseum in Nashville, Tennessee.

Mike Shanahan is presented with a game ball after his 100th Broncos coaching victory during the NFL game against the Tennessee Titans on December 25, 2004 at The Coliseum in Nashville, Tennessee.