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By this time next week, we’ll know if the Broncos remained undefeated in their last two meetings against the Panthers. Before we turn our attention to Cam Newton and Carolina, however, first devour all the happenings across apountry where the Super Bowl party is still alive and well.
The Big Stuff
: Paxton Lynch and finished 13-of-22 passing for 214 yards with two touchdowns and an interception that was returned for a touchdown.
: The Broncos’ has a few veterans missing the cut.
“We’ll probably have two or three guys make our team from this game on Thursday night,” Kubiak said.
: Kapri Bibbs in the running back competition while , especially on .
By the Numbers
103.2
Paxton Lynch’s quarterback rating vs. Arizona.
Quick Hits
+ NFL Kickoff in Denver .
+ Which Broncos in the Cardinals preseason finale?
+ Watch: for 57-yard touchdown.
+²ٳ: from preseason week 4.
+ from the Broncos 38-17 loss to the Cardinals.
+ Emmanuel Sanders, with a new contract looming, .
Sanders on Siemian: “This dude has an arm. He can make every single throw.”
+ DeMarcus Ware . His first guest? Von Miller.
+ that were, heading into the Cardinals game.
+ 25 Broncos against Arizona.
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Denver Broncos wide receiver Jordan Taylor (87) looks up a the jumbotron as he sprints for the end zone for a touchdown during the first quarter against the Arizona Cardinals September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
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Denver Broncos safety Ryan Murphy (28) trips up Arizona Cardinals defensive back Matthias Farley (33) for a short gain during the first quarter September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
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Denver Broncos defensive back Will Parks (34) trips up Arizona Cardinals defensive back Matthias Farley (33) for a stop during the first quarter September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
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Denver Broncos running back Kapri Bibbs (35) slips pas Arizona Cardinals nose tackle Rodney Gunter (95) for a big gain during the first quarter September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
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Denver Broncos head coach Gary Kubiak looks on from the sidelines during the first quarter against the Arizona Cardinals September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
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Denver Broncos quarterback Paxton Lynch (12) looks to pass as Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Robert Nkemdiche (90) puts the rush on during the first quarter September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
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Denver Broncos quarterback Paxton Lynch (12) throws a pass during the first quarter against the Arizona Cardinals September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
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Denver Broncos wide receiver Jordan Taylor (87) breaks a tackle by Arizona Cardinals defensive back Cariel Brooks (35) as he sprints for the end zone for a touchdown during the first quarter September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
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Denver Broncos wide receiver Jordan Taylor (87) breaks a tackle by Arizona Cardinals defensive back Cariel Brooks (35) as he sprints for the end zone for a touchdown during the first quarter September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
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Denver Broncos wide receiver Jordan Taylor (87) looks up a the jumbotron as he sprints for the end zone for a touchdown during the first quarter against the Arizona Cardinals September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
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Denver Broncos wide receiver Jordan Taylor (87) screams out after his touchdown run after a catch during the first quarter against the Arizona Cardinals September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
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Denver Broncos fans show their support for the team at the start of the game against the Arizona Cardinals September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
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Denver Broncos wide receiver Jordan Taylor (87) is congratulated by Denver Broncos running back Kapri Bibbs (35) after his touchdown run after a catch during the first quarter against the Arizona Cardinals September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
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Denver Broncos linebacker Dwayne Norman (46) puts a big hit on Arizona Cardinals quarterback Matt Barkley (9) to force a fumble in the first quarter September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale. The Broncos recovered the ball on the play.
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Denver Broncos linebacker Dwayne Norman (46) puts a big hit on Arizona Cardinals quarterback Matt Barkley (9) to force a fumble in the first quarter September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale. The Broncos recovered the ball on the play.
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Denver Broncos linebacker Zaire Anderson (50) recovers a fumble by Arizona Cardinals quarterback Matt Barkley (9) during the first quarter September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
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Denver Broncos wide receiver Mose Frazier (17) gets wrapped up by Arizona Cardinals cornerback Brandon Williams (26) after his catch during the first quarter September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
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Denver Broncos quarterback Paxton Lynch (12) drops back to pass during the first quarter against the Arizona Cardinals September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
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Denver Broncos defensive back John Tidwell (45) puts a big hit on Arizona Cardinals Elijhaa Penny (35) to stop him short of the goal line during the first quarter September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
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Denver Broncos defensive back John Tidwell (45) puts a big hit on Arizona Cardinals Elijhaa Penny (35) to stop him short of the goal line during the first quarter September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
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Arizona Cardinals cornerback Brandon Williams (26) wraps up Denver Broncos wide receiver Jordan Taylor (87) after a catch during the first quarter September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
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Denver Broncos quarterback Paxton Lynch (12) waves his arms a the line of scrimmage during the first quarter against the Arizona Cardinals September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
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Arizona Cardinals Elijhaa Penny (35) finds a hole in the Denver Broncos defense during for a big gain during the third quarter September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale. John Leyba, The Denver Post
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Denver Broncos wide receiver Kalif Raymond (19) straight arms Arizona Cardinals tight end Ifeanyi Momah (80) during a kick off return in third quarter Sept. 1, 2016, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
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Denver Broncos quarterback Paxton Lynch (12) hands off to Denver Broncos running back Kapri Bibbs (35) during the third quarter against the Arizona Cardinals September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
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Denver Broncos quarterback Mark Sanchez (6) looks on from the sidelines during the third quarter against the Arizona Cardinals September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
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Denver Broncos quarterback Paxton Lynch (12) slowly gets up off the turf after getting hit after a pass during the third quarter against the Arizona Cardinals September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
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Denver Broncos quarterback Paxton Lynch (12) hands off to Denver Broncos running back Kapri Bibbs (35) during the third quarter against the Arizona Cardinals September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
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Denver Broncos john Phillips (86) is brought down by Arizona Cardinals defensive back Marqui Christian (25) after a short gain after a catch during the third quarter September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
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Denver Broncos quarterback Paxton Lynch (12) scrambles out of the pocket during the third quarter against the Arizona Cardinals Sept. 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Ariz.
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Denver Broncos running back Kapri Bibbs (35) turns up field for a short gain against the Arizona Cardinals during the third quarter on Sept. 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
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Denver Broncos wide receiver Jordan Taylor (87) looks up at the crowd after his touchdown on Arizona Cardinals defensive back Cariel Brooks (35) during the third quarter September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale. John Leyba, The Denver Post
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Denver Broncos quarterback Mark Sanchez (6) stands on the sidelines as he watches Denver Broncos quarterback Paxton Lynch (12) during the third quarter against the Arizona Cardinals Sept. 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
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Denver Broncos wide receiver Jordan Taylor (87) looks up a the jumbotron as he sprints for the end zone for a touchdown during the first quarter against the Arizona Cardinals September 1, 2016 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
Denver’s total wins since Executive Vice President of Football Operations/GM John Elway was hired in 2011, second-most in the league. The Broncos are also tied for the most playoff berths (5), division titles (5), Super Bowl appearances (2) and World Championships (1) during that span.
What We’re Reading
+ from Broncos vs. Cardinals.
+ Broncos’ defensive lineman Adam Gotsis’ .
+ Colin Kaepernick, 49ers teammate . Plus, .
+ James Harrison, Clay Matthews and Julius Peppers .
NFL investigated claims made in Al-Jazeera America .
+ As Teddy Bridgewater preps for surgery, .
+ Late appeal .
+ Tom Brady in Patriots’ preseason finale.
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