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Broncos history in photos: Denver's 2015 AFC Championship Game victory vs. New England
Take a look back in Broncos history with photos from the 2015 AFC Championship Game victory over the Patriots in Peyton Manning's last home game, which sent Denver to Super Bowl 50.

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) takes the field before action against the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos player introductions prior to kickoff against the New England Patriots in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

Denver Broncos tight end Virgil Green (85) during player introductions prior to kickoff against the New England Patriots in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos pregame action against the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

Denver Broncos fans during action against the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

Denver Broncos linebacker Danny Trevathan (59) tackles New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) during first quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos safety T.J. Ward (43) tackles New England Patriots running back James White (28) during first quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos defensive tackle Malik Jackson (97) deflects a pass attempt during first quarter action against the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

Denver Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (10) hangs on to a 11 yard pass during first quarter action as New England Patriots cornerback Malcolm Butler (21) defends on the play in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

ddb18 drops back to pass during first quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos running back Ronnie Hillman (23) carries the ball during first quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos wide receiver Jordan Norwood (11) carries the ball for 13 yards during first quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) audibles during first quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos wide receiver Andre Caldwell (12) reacts after a 15-yard short pass up the middlefor a first down during first quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) drops back to pass during first quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos tight end Owen Daniels (81) hauls in a 21 pass for a 1st quarter touchdown against the New England Patriots in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

Denver Broncos tight end Owen Daniels (81) celebrates his 21 reception for a 1st quarter touchdown against the New England Patriots in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

Denver Broncos tight end Owen Daniels (81) catches a 21-yard touchdown during first quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos tight end Owen Daniels (81) catches a 21 yard pass for a touchdown during first quarter action against the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

Denver Broncos fans during first quarter action against the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

Denver Broncos wide receiver Jordan Norwood (11) carries the ball 16 yards on a punt return during first quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) passes during Denver's second series of the first quarter against the New England Patriots in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

Denver Broncos defensive end Derek Wolfe (95) arm-tackles New England Patriots running back Steven Jackson (39) during first quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos defensive end Derek Wolfe (95) and Von Miller pressure New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) on a first quarter pass in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

Denver Broncos defensive end Derek Wolfe (95) sacks New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) for a 2 yard loss during first quarter action in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller (58) celebrates with defensive end Derek Wolfe (95) after sacking New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) during first quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (10) grabs the ball from New England Patriots cornerback Malcolm Butler (21) for a 34-yard gain during first quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller (58) with an interception during second quarter action against the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller (58) hits the ground after intercepting the ball at the New England 13 yard line during second quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller (58) celebrates after an interception during second quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller (58) celebrates his interception during second quarter action against the New England Patriots in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) drops back to pass during second quarter action against the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

Denver Broncos tight end Owen Daniels (81) catches a 12-yard touchdown during second quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos tight end Owen Daniels (81) catches a 12 yard pass for a 2nd quarter touchdown against the New England Patriots in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

Denver Broncos tight end Owen Daniels (81) catches a 12 yard reception for a touchdown during second quarter action against the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

Denver Broncos tight end Owen Daniels (81) catches a 12 yard pass for a 2nd quarter touchdown against the New England Patriots in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

Denver Broncos tight end Owen Daniels (81) celebrates his 12 yard reception for a 2nd quarter touchdown against the New England Patriots in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

Denver Broncos tight end Owen Daniels (81) celebrates his 12 yard reception for a 2nd quarter touchdown against the New England Patriots in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

Denver Broncos defensive tackle Malik Jackson (97) tackles New England Patriots running back Brandon Bolden (38) for no gain during second quarter action in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

Denver Broncos defensive end DeMarcus Ware (94) pressure New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) during second quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos defensive end DeMarcus Ware (94) pressure New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) during second quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos defensive tackle Malik Jackson (97) pressures New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) during second quarter action against the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

Denver Broncos defensive back Darian Stewart (26) reacts after intercpeing the ball during second quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos linebacker Brandon Marshall (54) tackles during second quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) carries the ball for 7 yards during second quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos placekicker Brandon McManus (8) kicks a 52-yard field goal during second quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) is tackled by Denver Broncos cornerback Aqib Talib (21) on a 31 yard reception during third quarter action in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

Denver Broncos linebacker Shane Ray (56) and Vance Walker (96) pressures New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) during third quarter action in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

Denver Broncos defensive tackle Vance Walker (96) tackles New England running back James White (28) during third quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos cornerback Chris Harris Jr. (25) reacts after breaking up a pass during third quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) scrambles 12 yards for a first down during third quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) scrambles for a 12 yard gain during third quarter action against the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller (58) sacks New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) for a 6-yard loss during third quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller (58) sacks New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) for a 6 yard loss during third quarter action in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller (58) sacks New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) during third quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller (58) celebrates a sack of New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) for a 6 yard loss during third quarter action in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

Denver Broncos cornerback Kayvon Webster (36) keeps a punt out of the end zone during third quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. The ball was downed at the New England 4 yard line. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos cornerback Kayvon Webster (36) celebrates Denver's downing of a punt at the New England Patriots 4 yard line during third quarter action in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

Denver Broncos defensive tackle Malik Jackson (97) pressures New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) during third quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos running back C.J. Anderson (22) carries the ball for 30-yard gain during fourth quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos running back C.J. Anderson (22) on an 8 yard carry during fourth quarter action against the New England Patriots in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (10) reacts after a reception for a first down during fourth quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos placekicker Brandon McManus (8) kicks a 31-yard field goal during fourth quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos cornerback Aqib Talib (21) breaks up a pass intended for New England Patriots wide receiver Danny Amendola (80) during fourth quarter action in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

Denver Broncos safety Shiloh Keo (33) tackles New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman (11) during fourth quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos defensive end DeMarcus Ware (94) pressures New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) during fourth quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos defensive end Derek Wolfe (95) tackles New England Patriots wide receiver Danny Amendola (80) during fourth quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos cornerback Chris Harris Jr. (25) stops New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman (11) short of the first down on fourth-and-one during fourth quarter action in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

Denver Broncos cornerback Chris Harris Jr. (25) celebrates a big stop on fourth-and-one during fourth quarter action against the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

Denver Broncos wide receiver Cody Latimer (14) tackles New England Patriots wide receiver Danny Amendola (80) on a 3 yard punt return during fourth quarter action in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller (58) and defensive end Malik Jackson (97) pressures New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) during fourth quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos defensive tackle Malik Jackson (97) pressures New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) during fourth quarter action in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) is stopped on a 28 yard reception by Denver Broncos Josh Bush (20) during fourth quarter action in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

Denver Broncos safety Shiloh Keo (33) tackles New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) during fourth quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos cornerback Chris Harris Jr. (25) brings down New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) during fourth quarter action in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

Denver Broncos cornerback Aqib Talib (21) tackles New England Patriots running back James White (28) during fourth quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos cornerback Kayvon Webster (36) tackles New England Patriots wide receiver Danny Amendola (80) knocking the ball out of hands for an incomplete pass during fourth quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos cornerback Aqib Talib (21) and Shiloh Keo (33) break up a pass intended for New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) on 4th-and-6 during fourth quarter action in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

Denver Broncos safety Shiloh Keo (33), cornerback Aqib Talib (21) and safety Josh Bush (20) cover New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) in the endzone during fourth quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos defensive end Derek Wolfe (95) and linebacker DeMarcus Ware (94) pressure New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) during fourth quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos defensive end DeMarcus Ware (94) pressures New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) as he barely gets the ball out during fourth quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos cornerback Bradley Roby (29) intercepts a two-point conversion attempt by the New England Patriots with 12 seconds remaining in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

Denver Broncos cornerback Bradley Roby (29) intercepts a two-point conversion attempt by the New England Patriots during fourth quarter action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos cornerback Bradley Roby (29) runs back an interception on a two-point conversion during fourth quarter action against the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak celebrates as time expires and Denver defeats the New England Patriots 20-18 in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Jordan Norwood (11) celebrates during fourth quarter action against the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

and New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) congratulates Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) at midfield after Denver defeated the New England Patriots 20-18 in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) shakes hands with New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) after action in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

Denver Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (10) and Shannon Sharpe celebrate after action against the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

Denver Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (10) and wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) celebrate in confetti after action against the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

during post game action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

during post game action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak gives Peyton Manning (18) a celebratory pat postgame after Denver defeated the New England Patriots in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

Denver Broncos defensive end DeMarcus Ware (94) celebrates after action against the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

during post game action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos offensive tackle Louis Vasquez (65) takes a moment after action against the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

Denver Broncos running back C.J. Anderson (22) celebrates after action against the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

Denver Broncos cornerback Chris Harris Jr. (25) during post game action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

during post game action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) looks on after action against the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

during post game action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Executive Vice President of Football Operations/ General Manager John Elway,center, presents the Lamar Hunt Trophy to the fans postgame after Denver defeated the New England Patriots in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

during post game action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

during post game action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos DeMarcus Ware (94) gives Von Miller a celebratory hug postgame after Denver defeated the New England Patriots in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

Denver Broncos offensive tackle Louis Vasquez (65) and guard Evan Mathis (69) after action against the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) waves to fans after action against the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.

Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak addresses the team postgame in the locker room after Denver defeated the New England Patriots in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

during post game action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus

Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak gives Peyton Manning(18) a congratulatory pat postgame in the locker room after Denver defeated the New England Patriots in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

The Denver Broncos secondary pose postgame in the locker roomafter Denver defeated the New England Patriots in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)