Joe Amon, The Denver PostDenver Broncos linebacker Von Miller (58) celebrates stripping the ball from Seattle during the third quarter on Sunday, Sept. 9 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks in the first game of the season.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostCase Keenum (4) of the Denver Broncos evades a tackle during the second quarter against the Seattle Seahawks. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostPhillip Lindsay (30) of the Denver Broncos runs after a catch during the first quarter against the Seattle Seahawks. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostDemaryius Thomas (88) of the Denver Broncos celebrates scoring a touchdown during the fourth quarter. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, September 9, 2018.
Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostFans cheer as the national anthem is played before the game on Sunday, Sept. 9 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks in the first game of the season.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostThe Broncos take the field before the game on Sunday, Sept. 9 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks in the first game of the season.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostDenver Broncos quarterback Case Keenum (4) looks to hand off during the first quarter on Sunday, Sept. 9 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks in the first game of the season.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostDemaryius Thomas (88) of the Denver Broncos on the sidelines during the first quarter against the Seattle Seahawks. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostDenver Broncos punter Marquette King (1) punts after the first series during the first quarter on Sunday, September 9 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks in the first game of the season.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostDenver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) has the ball knocked out of his hands for an incomplete pass during the first quarter on Sunday, Sept. 9 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks in the first game of the season.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostPhillip Lindsay (30) of the Denver Broncos scores a touchdown during the first quarter against the Seattle Seahawks. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostPhillip Lindsay (30) of the Denver Broncos scores a touchdown during the first quarter against the Seattle Seahawks. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostPhillip Lindsay (30) of the Denver Broncos celebrates his first career touchdown with teammate Garett Bolles (72) against the Seattle Seahawks during the first quarter. The Denver Broncos beat the Seattle Seahawks 27-24 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostHead coach Pete Carroll of the Seattle Seahawks during the first quarter against the Denver Broncos. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostDerek Wolfe (95) and Shelby Harris (96) of the Denver Broncos tackle Russell Wilson (3) of the Seattle Seahawks during the second quarter. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostCase Keenum (4) of the Denver Broncos throws during the first quarter against the Seattle Seahawks. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostDenver Broncos running back Phillip Lindsay (30) breaks through the line during the second quarter on Sunday, Sept. 9 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks in the first game of the season.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostAdam Jones (24) of the Denver Broncos runs with ball after making an interception during the first quarter against the Seattle Seahawks. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostSeattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) is sacked by Denver Broncos defensive back Darian Stewart (26) and Denver Broncos linebacker Bradley Chubb (55) during the first quarter on Sunday, September 9 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks in the first game of the season.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostRussell Wilson (3) of the Seattle Seahawks gets sacked and fumbles after being smoked by Von Miller (58) of the Denver Broncos during the Broncos 27-24 win at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostDenver Broncos linebacker Von Miller (58) celebrates a sack and forced fumble during the second quarter on Sunday, Sept. 9 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks in the first game of the season.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostFans cheer a sack by the Broncos during the second quarter on Sunday, Sept. 9 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks in the first game of the season.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostSeattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) looks downfield while under preassure during the second quarter on Sunday, Sept. 9 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks in the first game of the season.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostDenver Broncos linebacker Shaquil Barrett (48) sacks Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) for a loss of 22 yards during the second quarter on Sunday, September 9 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks in the first game of the season.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostDenver Broncos linebacker Shaquil Barrett (48) celebrates his sack with Denver Broncos linebacker Shane Ray (56) during the second quarter on Sunday, Sept. 9 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks in the first game of the season.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostMiles, the Denver Broncos mascot, is lifted by fans during the first quarter against the Seattle Seahawks. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostSeattle Seahawks kicker Sebastian Janikowski (11) misses a field goal during the second quarter on Sunday, Sept. 9 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks in the first game of the season.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostSeattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett (16) tries to avoid a tackle but only gains 2 yards during the second quarter on Sunday, Sept. 9 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks in the first game of the season.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostCase Keenum (4) of the Denver Broncos throws during the first quarter against the Seattle Seahawks. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018.
Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostDenver Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (10) runs for a touchdown after a 43-yard catch during the second quarter on Sunday, Sept. 9 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks in the first game of the season.
Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostDenver Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (10) flips into the end zone for a touchdown during the second quarter on Sunday, Sept. 9 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks in the first game of the season.
Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostDenver Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (10) celebrates a touchdown during the second quarter on Sunday, Sept. 9 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks in the first game of the season.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostCase Keenum (4) of the Denver Broncos commands the line of scrimmage during the fourth quarter against the Seattle Seahawks. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostTyler Lockett (16) of the Seattle Seahawks catches a pass and scores a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Denver Broncos. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostTyler Lockett (16) of the Seattle Seahawks gives a ball to a fan after scoring a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Denver Broncos. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, September 9, 2018.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostTim Patrick (81) of the Denver Broncos fails to make a catch during the third quarter against the Seattle Seahawks. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostHead coach Vance Joseph of the Denver Broncos walks on the sidelines during the fourth quarter against the Seattle Seahawks. The Denver Broncos won 27-24. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostPhillip Lindsay (30) of the Denver Broncos stiff arms Austin Calitro (58) of the Seattle Seahawks during the fourth quarter. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostDemaryius Thomas (88) of the Denver Broncos hauls in a touchdown pass against the Seattle Seahawks during the Broncos 27-24 win at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostSeattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) is sacked by Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller (58) during the fourth quarter on Sunday, Sept. 9 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks in the first game of the season.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostDenver Broncos defensive back Justin Simmons (31) celebrates an interception during the third quarter on Sunday, Sept. 9 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks in the first game of the season.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostVon Miller (58) of the Denver Broncos after defeating the Seattle Seahawks 27-24. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostDenver Broncos running back Phillip Lindsay (30) trades jerseys with Seattle Seahawks defensive back Tedric Thompson (33) after the game on Sunday, Sept. 9 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks in the first game of the season.
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Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller (58) celebrates stripping the ball from Seattle during the third quarter on Sunday, Sept. 9 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks in the first game of the season.
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The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks for the first game of their NFL season on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. The Broncos won 27-24.
