AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostCase Keenum (4) of the Denver Broncos cannot score inside the redzone against the Los Angeles Chargers during the first half on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostDevontae Booker (23) of the Denver Broncos recovers a fumble after it was intercepted during the second quarter. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostCase Keenum (4) of the Denver Broncos throws to Matt LaCosse (83) of the Denver Broncos during the first half against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostRiver Cracraft (11) of the Denver Broncos hauls in a catch as Jahleel Addae (37) of the Los Angeles Chargers and Michael Davis (43) make the tackle during the first half on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostRoyce Freeman (28) of the Denver Broncos can't secure the ball and results in a Los Angeles Chargers touchdown during the second quarter. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostKyle Emanuel (51) of the Los Angeles Chargers picks up a loose football and runs for a touchdown during the second quarter. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostKyle Emanuel (51) of the Los Angeles Chargers celebrates a scoop and score touchdown during the second quarter against the Denver Broncos. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostHead coach Vance Joseph of the Denver Broncos stands on at the sidelines during the first half against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostA fan holds up a sign during the second quarter of the game between the Denver Broncos and the Los Angeles Chargers. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostBradley Chubb (55) of the Denver Broncos hits Philip Rivers (17) of the Los Angeles Chargers as he throws during the first half on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostMichael Davis (43) of the Los Angeles Chargers kneels after breaking up a pass intended for DaeSean Hamilton (17) of the Denver Broncos during the first half on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostSean Culkin (80) of the Los Angeles Chargers stands on the sidelines during the first half against the Denver Broncos on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostMatt LaCosse (83) of the Denver Broncos runs after the catch as Hayes Pullard (50) of the Los Angeles Chargers lines him up during the first half on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostDaeSean Hamilton (17) of the Denver Broncos is tackled by Hayes Pullard (50) of the Los Angeles Chargers during the first half on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostTim Patrick (81) of the Denver Broncos is tackled after a catch during the second quarter against the against the Los Angeles Chargers. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostRayshawn Jenkins (23) of the Los Angeles Chargers tumbles after Tim Patrick (81) of the Denver Broncos missed a catch during the first half on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostTim Patrick (81) of the Denver Broncos is injured during the second quarter against the Los Angeles Chargers. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostDerek Wolfe (95) of the Denver Broncos sits on the sidelines during the first half against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostDevontae Booker (23) of the Denver Broncos is tackled by Jahleel Addae (37) and Derwin James (33) of the Los Angeles Chargers during the second quarter. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostCase Keenum (4) of the Denver Broncos is helped up by Jared Veldheer (66) after being sacked by Joey Bosa (99) of the Los Angeles Chargers during the second quarter. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostRoyce Freeman (28) of the Denver Broncos finds a hole in the defense during the second quarter against the Los Angeles Chargers. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostRoyce Freeman (28) of the Denver Broncos is tackled by multiple Los Angeles Chargers players during the second quarter. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostWill Parks (34) of the Denver Broncos celebrates intercepting the ball during the first quarter. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostWill Parks (34) of the Denver Broncos intercepts the ball during the first quarter. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostBrendan Langley (27) of the Denver Broncos celebrates tackling Travis Benjamin (12) of the Los Angeles Chargers after a catch during the first quarter. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostBrendan Langley (27) of the Denver Broncos tackles Travis Benjamin (12) of the Los Angeles Chargers after a catch during the first quarter. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostCase Keenum (4) of the Denver Broncos is tackled after throwing during the first quarter against the Los Angeles Chargers. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostHead coach Vance Joseph of the Denver Broncos stands on at the sidelines during the first half against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostCase Keenum (4) of the Denver Broncos on the sidelines before the game against the Los Angeles Chargers. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostBradley Chubb (55) of the Denver Broncos forces Philip Rivers (17) of the Los Angeles Chargers to throw an interception during the first quarter. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostDomata Sr. Peko (94) of the Denver Broncos is introduced to the game against the Los Angeles Chargers. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostHead coach Vance Joseph of the Denver Broncos reacts to a play during the first quarter against the Los Angeles Chargers. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostKevin Hogan (9) of the Denver Broncos warms up during the first quarter against the Los Angeles Chargers. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostBradley Chubb (55) of the Denver Broncos tackles Melvin Gordon (28) of the Los Angeles Chargers during the first quarter. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostRoyce Freeman (28) of the Denver Broncos makes a move around Derwin James (33) of the Los Angeles Chargers during the first quarter. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostThe Denver Broncos celebrate an interception by Isaac Yiadom (41) of the Denver Broncos during the first quarter. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostCase Keenum (4) of the Denver Broncos hands the ball off during the first quarter against the Los Angeles Chargers. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostCase Keenum (4) of the Denver Broncos is hit by Derwin James (33) of the Los Angeles Chargers during the first quarter. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostRoyce Freeman (28) of the Denver Broncos is tackled by Michael Davis (43) of the Los Angeles Chargers during the first quarter. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostMike Williams (81) of the Los Angeles Chargers runs with ball while chased by Josey Jewell (47) of the Denver Broncos during the first quarter. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostMelvin Gordon (28) of the Los Angeles Chargers is tackled by Will Parks (34) of the Denver Broncos during the first quarter. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostPhilip Rivers (17) of the Los Angeles Chargers prepares to take the field against the Denver Broncos during the first half on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostVon Miller (58) of the Denver Broncos is introduced before the first half against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostDarian Stewart (26) of the Denver Broncos is introduced before the first half against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostBradley Roby (29) of the Denver Broncos is introduced to the game against the Los Angeles Chargers. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, December 30, 2018.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostPeople fold a giant flag before the first half between the Denver Broncos and the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostFans stand for the National Anthem before the game between the Denver Broncos and the Los Angeles Chargers. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostOwen Nunez, age 4, of San Diego, Calif. poses for a photo outside of the stadium prior to the game on Sunday, Dec. 30 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. This is his first NFL game. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostJared Olson of Morrison, Colorado sports his Broncos chaps prior to the game on Sunday, Dec. 30 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
Daniel Brenner, For the Denver PostDenver Broncos fan Jayden Weisgerber, 8, watches warmups with friends from school before the game against the Los Angeles Chargers. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
Daniel Brenner, For the Denver PostLemonade salesman Barry Ivers watches parachuters enter the stadium before the game between the Denver Broncos and the Los Angeles Chargers. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostThe Thunderstorm parachute team enters the stadium before the game against the Los Angeles Chargers. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
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Case Keenum (4) of the Denver Broncos cannot score inside the redzone against the Los Angeles Chargers during the first half on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
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