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.
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 PostDamion Square (71) of the Los Angeles Chargers celebrates a play 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostMatt LaCosse #83 of the Denver Broncos misses a throw from Case Keenum #4 of the Denver Broncos during the second quarter on Sunday, Dec. 30 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
- Joe Amon, The Denver PostCasey Hayward (26) of the Los Angeles Chargers intercepts a pass and scores on a two-point conversion during the third 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.
- Andy Cross, The Denver PostCasey Hayward (26) of the Los Angeles Chargers celebrates intercepting a pass and scoring on a two-point conversion during the fourth 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.
- Joe Amon, The Denver PostCase Keenum (4) of the Denver Broncos puts his helmet on in a huddle during the third 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 PostBradley Roby #29 of the Denver Broncos runs onto the field prior to the game on Sunday, Dec. 30 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
- 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.
- AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostJahleel Addae (37) of the Los Angeles Chargers stands for the national anthem before the first half against the Denver Broncos 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Case 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 Post)
- Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostRoyce Freeman #28 of the Denver Broncos gets wrapped up and tackled during the first quarter on Sunday, Dec. 30 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
- Head coach Vance Joseph of the Denver Broncos on the sideline during the first quarter on Sunday, Dec. 30 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
- 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 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 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. (Photo by Andy Cross/The Denver Post)
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 PostCase Keenum (4) of the Denver Broncos throws deep while pressured by Melvin Ingram (54) 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.
- Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostJahleel Addae #37 of the Los Angeles Chargers intercepts the ball in the end zone during the second quarter on Sunday, Dec. 30 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. Addae fumbled the ball later on the play and the Broncos recovered. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
- Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostJahleel Addae #37 of the Los Angeles Chargers fumbles the ball after intercepting it in the end zone during the second quarter on Sunday, December 30 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. 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 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostCase Keenum #4 of the Denver Broncos gets sacked by Joey Bosa #99 of the Los Angeles Chargers during the second quarter on Sunday, Dec. 30 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
- Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostDevontae Booker #23 of the Denver Broncos gets tackled by Derwin James #33 of the Los Angeles Chargers during the second quarter on Sunday, Dec. 30 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. 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.
- Joe Amon, The Denver PostMini Miles competes in mutton bustin' during halftime 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.
- Joe Amon, The Denver PostA Denver Broncos cheerleader talks with a mutton bustin' contestant during halftime 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.
- Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostA mutton bustin' contestant hangs on during halftime on Sunday, Dec. 30 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
- Andy Cross, The Denver PostTodd Davis (51) of the Denver Broncos tackles Melvin Gordon (28) of the Los Angeles Chargers during the third 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 sacked by Joey Bosa (99) of the Los Angeles Chargers during the fourth 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 catches a touchdown pass during the third 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.
- Joe Amon, The Denver PostMike Williams (81) of the Los Angeles Chargers celebrates catching a touchdown pass during the third 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.
- Joe Amon, The Denver PostHead coach Vance Joseph of the Denver Broncos during the third 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 PostKeenan Allen (13) of the Los Angeles Chargers reaches for the touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Denver Broncos. The Denver Broncos lost to the Los Angeles Chargers 23-9 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018. The Broncos' final season record is 6-10.
- AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostKeenan Allen (13) of the Los Angeles Chargers topples out of bounds after being forced out by Bradley Roby (29) of the Denver Broncos during the second half of the Chargers' 23-9 win on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
- Andy Cross, The Denver PostCase Keenum (4) of the Denver Broncos throws on the run during the third 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 PostTim Patrick (81) of the Denver Broncos has the ball stripped by Adrian Phillips (31) of the Los Angeles Chargers during the third 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 PostJoey Bosa (99) of the Los Angeles Chargers helps Jared Veldheer (66) of the Denver Broncos to his feet during the fourth quarter. 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 PostAustin Ekeler #30 of the Los Angeles Chargers runs the ball during the fourth quarter on Sunday, Dec. 30 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
- Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostRiver Cracraft #11 of the Denver Broncos fumbles the ball on a punt return during the fourth quarter on Sunday, Dec. 30 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
- Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostRiver Cracraft #11 of the Denver Broncos fumbles the ball on a punt return during the fourth quarter on Sunday, Dec. 30 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
- Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostBrandon Facyson #36 of the Los Angeles Chargers celebrates a recovery after River Cracraft #11 of the Denver Broncos fumbled the ball on a punt return during the fourth quarter on Sunday, Dec. 30 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
- Joe Amon, The Denver PostCasey Hayward (26) of the Los Angeles Chargers celebrates intercepting a pass and scores on a two-point conversion during the third 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.
- Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostWill Parks #34 of the Denver Broncos watches the replay after River Cracraft #11 of the Denver Broncos fumbled the ball on a punt return during the fourth quarter on Sunday, Dec. 30 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The Chargers recovered the ball. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Chargers.
- Andy Cross, The Denver PostTodd Davis (51) of the Denver Broncos reacts to losing during the fourth quarter against the Los Angeles Chargers. The Denver Broncos lost to the Los Angeles Chargers 23-9 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018. The Broncos' final season record is 6-10.
- Andy Cross, The Denver PostDomata Sr. Peko (94) of the Denver Broncos takes a selfie with fans after losing to the Los Angeles Chargers. The Denver Broncos lost to the Los Angeles Chargers 23-9 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018. The Broncos' final season record is 6-10.
- Joe Amon, The Denver PostHead coach Vance Joseph of the Denver Broncos gives a thumbs up after losing to the Los Angeles Chargers. The Denver Broncos lost to the Los Angeles Chargers 23-9 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018. The Broncos final record is 6-10.
- Joe Amon, The Denver PostBradley Chubb (55) of the Denver Broncos after losing to the Los Angeles Chargers. The Denver Broncos lost to the Los Angeles Chargers 23-9 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018. The Broncos final record is 6-10.
- Joe Amon, The Denver PostVon Miller (58) of the Denver Broncos heads to the locker room after losing to the Los Angeles Chargers. The Denver Broncos lost to the Los Angeles Chargers 23-9 at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018. The Broncos final record is 6-10.
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The Denver Broncos host the Los Angeles Chargers at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018, in Denver, Colorado.