Helen H. Richardson, The Denver PostDenver Broncos quarterback Trevor Siemian throws against the Oakland Raiders during the second quarter of an NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on Jan. 1, 2017, in Denver.
Steve Nehf, The Denver PostDenver Broncos wide receiver Jordan Taylor gets tackled by Oakland Raiders cornerback Sean Smith (21) and safety Brendan Trawick in the fourth quarter of an NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on Jan. 1, 2017, in Denver.
John Leyba, The Denver PostDenver Broncos linebacker Dekoda Watson hits Oakland Raiders quarterback Connor Cook during the fourth quarter of an NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on Jan. 1, 2017, in Denver. The Denver Broncos won 24-6.
John Leyba, The Denver PostRaiders quarterback Matt McGloin (14) drops back against the Broncos during the first quarter as Jared Crick (93) applies pressure during an NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on Jan. 1, 2017, in Denver.
John Leyba, The Denver PostOakland Raiders outside linebacker Bruce Irvin (51) knocks down Denver Broncos quarterback Trevor Siemian during the third quarter of an NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on Jan. 1, 2017.
Helen H. Richardson, The Denver PostDenver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) runs with the ball as the Oakland Raiders' T.J. Carrie (38) attempts a tackle during the third quarter of an NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on Jan. 1, 2017, in Denver.
Helen H. Richardson, The Denver PostDenver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas points upfield after making a first down reception against the Oakland Raiders during the third quarter of an NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on Jan. 1, 2017.
Helen H. Richardson, The Denver PostDenver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas is tackled by the Oakland Raiders linebacker Malcolm Smith and Oakland cornerback Sean Smith during the third quarter of an NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on Jan. 1, 2017, in Denver.
Helen H. Richardson, The Denver PostDenver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) runs with the ball after making a catch against the Oakland Raiders during the third quarter of an NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on Jan. 1, 2017, in Denver.
Helen H. Richardson, The Denver PostOakland Raiders safety Reggie Nelson (27) defends Broncos punt returner Kalif Raymond during the third quarter of an NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on Jan. 1, 2017, in Denver.
Helen H. Richardson, The Denver PostOakland Raiders cornerback David Amerson (29) tackles Broncos wide receiver Cody Latimer during the third quarter of an NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on Jan. 1, 2017, in Denver.
Helen H. Richardson, The Denver PostOakland Raiders linebacker Malcolm Smith (53), safety Reggie Nelson (27) and linebacker Perry Riley (54) stop Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas during the first quarter of an NFL game on Jan. 1, 2017, in Denver.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostDenver Broncos running back Devontae Booker (23) runs as Oakland Raiders cornerback T.J. Carrie (38) lines him up during the third quarter of an NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on Jan. 1, 2017, in Denver.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostDenver Broncos running back Devontae Booker runs for a touchdown against the Oakland Raiders during the first quarter of an NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on Jan. 1, 2017, in Denver.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostOakland Raiders running back DeAndre Washington (33) stiff arms Denver Broncos cornerback Aqib Talib (21) during the fourth quarter of an NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on Jan. 1, 2017, in Denver.
John Leyba, The Denver PostDenver Broncos head coach Gary Kubiak stands on the field before the first quarter of an NFL game against the Oakland Raiders on Jan. 1, 2017, in Denver.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostDenver Broncos linebacker Corey Nelson recovers a fumble by Oakland Raiders wide receiver Johnny Holton (16) during the fourth quarter of an NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on Jan. 1, 2017, in Denver.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostDenver Broncos outside linebacker Shane Ray forces a fumble on Oakland Raiders wide receiver Johnny Holton as Broncos outside linebacker as Von Miller (58) defends during the fourth quarter of an NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on Jan. 1, 2017, in Denver.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostA Denver Broncos fan holds a sign honoring head coach Gary Kubiak as he coached his final game against the Oakland Raiders during the fourth quarter of an NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on Jan. 1, 2017, in Denver.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostAmari Cooper (89) of the Oakland Raiders catches a pass before scoring as Chris Harris (25) of the Denver Broncos defends during the third quarter on Sunday, January 1, 2017. The Denver Broncos hosted the Oakland Raiders.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostAmari Cooper (89) of the Oakland Raiders catches a pass before scoring as Chris Harris (25) of the Denver Broncos defends during the third quarter on Sunday, January 1, 2017. The Denver Broncos hosted the Oakland Raiders.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostJustin Simmons (31) of the Denver Broncos kneels after teammate Zaire Anderson (50) was injured against the Oakland Raiders during the third quarter on Sunday, January 1, 2017. The Denver Broncos hosted the Oakland Raiders.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostZaire Anderson (50) of the Denver Broncos lays on the grass after injuring his neck while playing the Oakland Raiders during the third quarter on Sunday, January 1, 2017. The Denver Broncos hosted the Oakland Raiders.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostQuentin Gause (49) of the Denver Broncos and Dekoda Watson (57) tackle Jalen Richard (30) of the Oakland Raiders during the third quarter on Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostA young Denver Broncos fan holds a sign during the second quarter on Sunday, January 1, 2017. The Denver Broncos hosted the Oakland Raiders.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostDevontae Booker (23) of the Denver Broncos is stopped by Mario Edwards (97) of the Oakland Raiders and Keith McGill (39) during the second quarter on Sunday, January 1, 2017. The Denver Broncos hosted the Oakland Raiders.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostDeAndre Washington (33) of the Oakland Raiders is stuffed by Dekoda Watson (57) of the Denver Broncos, Kyle Peko (90), Adam Gotsis (99) and Corey Nelson (52) during the second quarter on Sunday, January 1, 2017. The Denver Broncos hosted the Oakland Raiders.
John Leyba, The Denver PostAmari Cooper (89) of the Oakland Raiders scores a touchdown as Aqib Talib (21) of the Denver Broncos misses a tackle during the third quarter on Sunday, January 1, 2017. The Denver Broncos hosted the Oakland Raiders.
John Leyba, The Denver PostDevontae Booker (23) of the Denver Broncos runs for a touchdown against the Oakland Raiders during the second quarter on Sunday, January 1, 2017. The Denver Broncos hosted the Oakland Raiders.
John Leyba, The Denver PostJustin Simmons (31) of the Denver Broncos makes an interception against the Oakland Raiders during the fourth quarter of the Broncos' 24-6 win on Sunday, January 1, 2017. The Denver Broncos hosted the Oakland Raiders.
John Leyba, The Denver PostHead coach Gary Kubiak of the Denver Broncos coaches his final game against the Oakland Raiders during the fourth quarter on Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017. The Denver Broncos hosted the Oakland Raiders.
John Leyba, The Denver PostShane Ray (56) of the Denver Broncos, Todd Davis (51) and Corey Nelson (52) kneel after teammate Zaire Anderson (50) was injured against the Oakland Raiders during the third quarter on Sunday, January 1, 2017. The Denver Broncos hosted the Oakland Raiders.
John Leyba, The Denver PostBrynden Trawick (41) of the Oakland Raiders tackles Kalif Raymond (19) of the Denver Broncos during the third quarter on Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017. The Denver Broncos hosted the Oakland Raiders.
John Leyba, The Denver PostAqib Talib (21) of the Denver Broncos and Todd Davis (51) tackle Mychal Rivera (81) of the Oakland Raiders during the third quarter on Sunday, January 1, 2017. The Denver Broncos hosted the Oakland Raiders.
John Leyba, The Denver PostThunder runs onto the field against the Oakland Raiders during the third quarter on Sunday, January 1, 2017. The Denver Broncos hosted the Oakland Raiders.
John Leyba, The Denver PostJustin Forsett (20) of the Denver Broncos runs for 64 yards against the Oakland Raiders during the second quarter on Sunday, January 1, 2017. The Denver Broncos hosted the Oakland Raiders.
John Leyba, The Denver PostTrevor Siemian (13) of the Denver Broncos stands under center against the Oakland Raiders during the second quarter on Sunday, January 1, 2017. The Denver Broncos hosted the Oakland Raiders.
John Leyba, The Denver PostAqib Talib (21) of the Denver Broncos, Todd Davis (51) and Corey Nelson (52) stop Michael Crabtree (15) of the Oakland Raiders after he makes a catch during the first quarter on Sunday, January 1, 2017. The Denver Broncos hosted the Oakland Raiders.
John Leyba, The Denver PostMichael Crabtree (15) of the Oakland Raiders cannot haul in a pass as Aqib Talib (21) of the Denver Broncos defends during the first quarter on Sunday, January 1, 2017. The Denver Broncos hosted the Oakland Raiders.
John Leyba, The Denver PostJustin Simmons (31) of the Denver Broncos celebrates his interception with Aqib Talib (21) against the Oakland Raiders during the fourth quarter of the Broncos' 24-6 win on Sunday, January 1, 2017. The Denver Broncos hosted the Oakland Raiders.
John Leyba, The Denver PostAmari Cooper (89) of the Oakland Raiders celebrates his touchdown receptions with Mychal Rivera (81) against the Denver Broncos during the third quarter on Sunday, January 1, 2017. The Denver Broncos hosted the Oakland Raiders.
Steve Nehf, The Denver PostDenver Broncos quarterback Trevor Siemian passing in the first quarter against the Oakland Raiders at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on Sunday, January 1, 2017.
Steve Nehf, The Denver PostDenver Broncos coach Gary Kubiak applauds after his team scored in the second quarter against the Oakland Raiders at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on Sunday, January 1, 2017.
Steve Nehf, The Denver PostDenver Broncos linebackers Shane Ray and Von Miller celebrate a fumble recovered in the fourth quarter against the Oakland Raiders at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on Sunday, January 1, 2017.
Steve Nehf, The Denver PostDenver Broncos quarterback Trevor Siemian passes from the pocket with protection by guard Max Garcia in the fourth quarter against the Oakland Raiders at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on Sunday, January 1, 2017.
John Leyba, The Denver PostHead coach Gary Kubiak of the Denver Broncos walks onto the field after the Broncos' 24-6 win over the Oakland Raiders on Sunday, January 1, 2017. The Denver Broncos hosted the Oakland Raiders.
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Denver Broncos quarterback Trevor Siemian throws against the Oakland Raiders during the second quarter of an NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on Jan. 1, 2017, in Denver.
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