Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos outside linebacker Von Miller (58) strips the ball from Carolina
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SANTA CLARA—Move over, Richard Dent. Make way, Ray Lewis.
Von Miller and the 2015 Denver defense are now up there among the greatest players and units of all time after the Broncos crushed league MVP Cam Newton and the Carolina Panthers, 24-10 in Super Bowl 50.
“I am thankful I did not have to play against these guys, I can assure you of that,'' said Broncos' quarterback Peyton Manning, who became the only quarterback to win a Super Bowl with two teams. "The (2002) Buccaneers, those Ravens' defenses -- my dad always referenced the late-70s Steelers and '84-85 Bears, so hey, I think to be in the conversation is a heckuva honor.
"Let me tell you, we played against an awesome defense tonight. Carolina was every bit as good as we thought they were. ... Fortunately our defense was even better.’’
The 1985 Bears? While Dent and company were facing Dieter Brock in the NFC Championship, the 2015 Denver Broncos whipped Tom Brady in the AFC Championship.
The 2000 Baltimore Ravens? They beat Gus Frerotte and Jarius Jackson in the playoffs’ first round. These 2015 Broncos whipped Ben Roethlisberger in the second round.
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Ray Lewis, the great middle linebacker for those 2000 Ravens, said Friday night the 2015 Broncos would be placed along the pantheon of historically great defense if they finished the job in Super Bowl. Job finished.
"All these guys that came before us, all these legends, I just feel uncomfortable with comparisons,'' said Miller, who was the Super Bowl 50 MVP after his two strip sacks set up the Broncos' only two touchdowns. "But as a unit we played masterfully. Very very proud of all my guys.''
While the ’85 Bears whipped Steve Grogan in their Super Bowl, and the 2000 Ravens took advantage of Kerry Collins, the 2015 Broncos clobbered the great Cam Newton and the Panthers through a relentless pass rush and suffocating coverage, a performance that followed a season-long pattern. The Broncos must have won at least 10 games this season they way they did in the final one.
"We’ve got the greatest defense of all time," said Broncos tight end Owen Daniels, who at 33 isn't old enough to remember his hometown '85 Bears. "I’ve said that over and over. They proved it.
"The '85 Bears had pressure but did they play against guys like Cam Newton? That’s my point. We did it against a guy that’s changed the game the way he’s changed it and to completely shut him down? It’s unbelievable. That’s my take.”
Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers kicker Graham Gano (9) kicks a third quarter field goal in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports Ed Szczepanski, Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Ted Ginn (19) reacts after a play during the fourth quarter against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Devin Funchess (17) is tackled by Denver Broncos cornerback Bradley Roby (29) during the fourth quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; NFL umpire Jeff Rice (44) signals a Carolina fumble recovery in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports Ed Szczepanski, Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA;Carolina Panthers defensive end Kony Ealy (94) scrambles for a fumble in the third quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports Ed Szczepanski, Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports Robert Deutsch, Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers defensive end Charles Johnson (95) reaches for a loose ball against Denver Broncos running back C.J. Anderson (22) during the third quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports Robert Deutsch, Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) fumbles the ball during the fourth quarter against the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Matthew Emmons, Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) runs off the field during a break in action during the fourth quarter against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports Kyle Terada, Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) reacts after being knocked down by Denver Broncos inside linebacker Danny Trevathan (59) in the second half in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Mark J. Rebilas, Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) reacts after being knocked down by Denver Broncos inside linebacker Danny Trevathan (59) in the second half in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Mark J. Rebilas, Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) throws a pass as he is pressured by Denver Broncos defensive end Malik Jackson (97) in the second half in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Mark J. Rebilas, Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) scrambles from the Denver Broncos defense in the second half in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Mark J. Rebilas, Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) motions during the fourth quarter against the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports Kyle Terada, Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos inside linebacker Danny Trevathan (59) goes after a loose ball ahead of Carolina Panthers wide receiver Ted Ginn (19) during the fourth quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports Kyle Terada, Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Corey Brown (10) catches a pass while defended by Denver Broncos strong safety T.J. Ward (43) during the fourth quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports Kyle Terada, Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) awaits the snap from center Ryan Kalil (67) during the fourth quarter Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports Kyle Terada, Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) stands on the field with tackle Ryan Harris (68) and Carolina Panthers outside linebacker Thomas Davis (58) during the fourth quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports Kyle Terada, Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Devin Funchess (17) is tackled by Denver Broncos cornerback Bradley Roby (29) during the fourth quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; The Denver Broncos cheerleaders perform during the third quarter against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; An official throws a penalty flag against Carolina Panthers free safety Tre Boston (33) in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports Ed Szczepanski, Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) reacts after being knocked down by Denver Broncos inside linebacker Danny Trevathan (59) in the second half in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Mark J. Rebilas, Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) reacts after being knocked down by Denver Broncos inside linebacker Danny Trevathan (59) in the second half in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Mark J. Rebilas, Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) throws a pass as he is pressured by Denver Broncos defensive end Malik Jackson (97) in the second half in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Mark J. Rebilas, Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) scrambles from the Denver Broncos defense in the second half in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Mark J. Rebilas, Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen (88) can't make a fingertip catch with Denver Broncos cornerback Chris Harris (25) defending in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports Ed Szczepanski, Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) fumbles the ball against Carolina Panthers defensive end Kony Ealy (94) during the third quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports Kelley L Cox, Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) fumbles the ball against Carolina Panthers defensive end Kony Ealy (94) during the third quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports Kelley L Cox, Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) looks to throw against the Carolina Panthers during the third quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports Kelley L Cox, Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers cornerback Josh Norman (24) reacts after a play during the fourth quarter against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers cornerback Josh Norman (24) reacts after a play during the fourth quarter against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers cornerback Josh Norman (24) reacts after a play during the fourth quarter against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) fumbles the ball during the fourth quarter against the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) motions at the line of scrimmage during the fourth quarter against the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports Richard Mackson, Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) motions at the line of scrimmage during the fourth quarter against the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports Richard Mackson, Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) drops back to pass against the Carolina Panthers in the second half in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports Robert Hanashiro, Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos outside linebacker DeMarcus Ware (94) reacts after a play during the fourth quarter against the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Matthew Emmons, Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos outside linebacker DeMarcus Ware (94) reacts after a play during the fourth quarter against the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Matthew Emmons, Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA;Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) is sacked by Denver Broncos defensive end Derek Wolfe (95) in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports Ed Szczepanski, Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Ted Ginn (19) runs the ball while defended by Denver Broncos outside linebacker Corey Nelson (52) during the third quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports Richard Mackson, Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) is sacked by Carolina Panthers outside linebacker Shaq Thompson (54) during the third quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Matthew Emmons, Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos inside linebacker Danny Trevathan (59) recovers a fumble during the third quarter against the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports Richard Mackson, Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos strong safety T.J. Ward (43) loses the ball as Carolina Panthers fullback Mike Tolbert (35) forces the fumble during the third quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports Richard Mackson, Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) passes in the third quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Kirby Lee, Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA;The sun sets on Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Kirby Lee, Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA;The sun sets on Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Kirby Lee, Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) stands on the field during the fourth quarter against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos cornerback Chris Harris (25) defends against Carolina Panthers wide receiver Ted Ginn (19) during the third quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart (28) is tackled by Denver Broncos defensive end Derek Wolfe (95) during the third quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) during the third quarter against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Ted Ginn (19) runs the ball against Denver Broncos quarterback Trevor Siemian (13) during the third quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos inside linebacker Danny Trevathan (59) recovers a fumble during the third quarter against the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Matthew Emmons, Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos strong safety T.J. Ward (43) returns an interception against Carolina Panthers fullback Mike Tolbert (35) in the third quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports Robert Hanashiro, Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA;Denver Broncos strong safety T.J. Ward (43) intercepts a pass in the third quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports Ed Szczepanski, Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos outside linebacker DeMarcus Ware (94) pressures Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) as he gets a pass away in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports Ed Szczepanski, Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA;Carolina Panthers wide receiver Corey Brown (10) makes a catch for a long gain in the third quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports Ed Szczepanski, Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) throws a pass during the third quarter against the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Matthew Emmons, Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) signals at the line of scrimmage during the third quarter against the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Matthew Emmons, Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (10) runs the ball against Carolina Panthers outside linebacker Thomas Davis (58) during the third quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Matthew Emmons, Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (10) runs past Carolina Panthers outside linebacker Thomas Davis (58) in the third quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Mark J. Rebilas, Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) throws a pass during the third quarter against the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Matthew Emmons, Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (10) catches a pass during the third quarter against Carolina Panthers cornerback Robert McClain (27) in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Matthew Emmons, Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart (28) runs the ball against Denver Broncos outside linebacker DeMarcus Ware (94) during the third quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Corey Brown (10) catches a pass against Denver Broncos strong safety T.J. Ward (43) and cornerback Aqib Talib (21) during the third quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Corey Brown (10) catches a pass against Denver Broncos strong safety T.J. Ward (43) and cornerback Aqib Talib (21) during the third quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Corey Brown (10) catches a pass against Denver Broncos strong safety T.J. Ward (43) and cornerback Aqib Talib (21) during the third quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Corey Brown (10) catches a pass against Denver Broncos strong safety T.J. Ward (43) and cornerback Aqib Talib (21) in the third quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports Robert Hanashiro, Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA;Denver Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (10) runs with the ball after a catch past Carolina Panthers outside linebacker Thomas Davis (58) during the third quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: USA TODAY Sports USA TODAY Sports, USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) throws a pass as Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) pressures in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports Ed Szczepanski, Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera talk to NFL field judge Boris Cheek (41) during the third quarter against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Matthew Emmons, Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos cornerback Bradley Roby (29) reacts during the third quarter against the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Matthew Emmons, Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos outside linebacker Von Miller (58) breaks a pass to Carolina Panthers wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery (82) during the third quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Matthew Emmons, Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Ted Ginn (19) catches a pass against Denver Broncos cornerback Aqib Talib (21) during the third quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Matthew Emmons, Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart (28) is tackled by Denver Broncos inside linebacker Danny Trevathan (59) during the third quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Matthew Emmons, Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart (28) is tackled by Denver Broncos inside linebacker Danny Trevathan (59) during the third quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Matthew Emmons, Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart (28) runs the ball against Denver Broncos outside linebacker DeMarcus Ware (94) during the third quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Matthew Emmons, Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) is pressured by Denver Broncos defensive end Antonio Smith (90) in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Kirby Lee, Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) runs with the ball during the second quarter against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Matthew Emmons, Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) runs against Denver Broncos cornerback Bradley Roby (29) during the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports Robert Deutsch, Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) throws a pass in the first half in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Kirby Lee, Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) throws a pass against the Denver Broncos in the first half in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Mark J. Rebilas, Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen (88) is tackled by Denver Broncos strong safety T.J. Ward (43) in the first half in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Mark J. Rebilas, Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) is pressured by Denver Broncos defensive end Antonio Smith (90) in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Kirby Lee, Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) throws a pass during the second quarter against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Matthew Emmons, Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Devin Funchess (17) catches a pass over Denver Broncos free safety Bradley Roby (29) in the first half in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Mark J. Rebilas, Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Devin Funchess (17) makes a catch over Denver Broncos cornerback Bradley Roby (29) in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Kirby Lee, Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) runs with the ball during the second quarter against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Matthew Emmons, Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) runs against Denver Broncos free safety Bradley Roby (29) in the first half in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Mark J. Rebilas, Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) runs against Denver Broncos free safety Bradley Roby (29) in the first half in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Mark J. Rebilas, Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) scrambles away from pressure in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Kirby Lee, Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) scrambles away from pressure in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Kirby Lee, Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA;Carolina Panthers defensive end Kony Ealy (94) returns a first half interception in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Kirby Lee, Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Fans bounce a ball through the stands in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports Ed Szczepanski, Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Fans interact with the fan camera during the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 between the Carolina Panthers and the Denver Broncos at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports Kelley L Cox, Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos kicker Brandon McManus (8) celebrates with punter Britton Colquitt (4) after a successful field goal against the Carolina Panthers in the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports Robert Hanashiro, Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera talks with an official during the second quarter against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports Kelley L Cox, Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) gestures at the line of scrimmage against the Carolina Panthers in the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports Robert Hanashiro, Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos running back C.J. Anderson (22) is tackled by Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) in the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports Robert Hanashiro, Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) throws a pass over Carolina Panthers defensive tackle Kawann Short (99) in the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports Robert Hanashiro, Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos wide receiver Jordan Norwood (11) runs back the longest punt return Super Bowl history in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports Ed Szczepanski, Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; A general view of stadium during the second quarter between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports Robert Hanashiro, Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) throws a pass during the second quarter against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Matthew Emmons, Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart (28) runs the ball against Denver Broncos inside linebacker Brandon Marshall (54) during the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Matthew Emmons, Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Recording artist Michael Franti looks on during the second quarter between the Carolina Panthers and the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports Kyle Terada, Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) loses control of the ball while tackled by Denver Broncos guard Evan Mathis (69) during the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports Kyle Terada, Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) falls during the second quarter against the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports Kyle Terada, Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1)scrambles in the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports Ed Szczepanski, Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) drops back to pass during the second quarter against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) hits Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) during the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) hits Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) during the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) celebrates after a touchdown during the second quarter against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Matthew Emmons, Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart (28) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Denver Broncos in the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Mark J. Rebilas, Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart (28) reacts after a touchdown against the Denver Broncos during the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports Robert Deutsch, Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart (28) dives for a touchdown against Denver Broncos inside linebacker Danny Trevathan (59) during the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports Robert Deutsch, Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Corey Brown (10) reacts after a face masksk penalty by Denver Broncos cornerback Aqib Talib (not pictured) during the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports Robert Deutsch, Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos cornerback Aqib Talib (21) grabs the face mask of Carolina Panthers wide receiver Corey Brown (10) in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports Ed Szczepanski, Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) passes in the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports Ed Szczepanski, Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen (88) stiff arms Denver Broncos inside linebacker Danny Trevathan (59) in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports Ed Szczepanski, Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) is pushed out of bounds by Denver Broncos outside linebacker Von Miller (58) n Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports Ed Szczepanski, Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) runs against the Denver Broncos during the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports Robert Deutsch, Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) runs against the Denver Broncos during the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports Robert Deutsch, Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) runs the ball against Denver Broncos linebacker Shane Ray (56) during the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports Robert Deutsch, Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos wide receiver Jordan Norwood (11) returns a punt against Carolina Panthers safety Colin Jones (42) during the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) drops back to pass during the second quarter against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) hits Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) during the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) celebrates after a touchdown during the second quarter against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Matthew Emmons, Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) celebrates after a touchdown during the second quarter against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Matthew Emmons, Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart (28) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Denver Broncos in the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Mark J. Rebilas, Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart (28) dives for a touchdown during the second quarter against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Matthew Emmons, Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart (28) dives for a touchdown against Denver Broncos inside linebacker Danny Trevathan (59) during the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports Robert Deutsch, Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart (28) dives over the pile of defenders for a touchdown against the Denver Broncos in the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Mark J. Rebilas, Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart (28) dives for a touchdown against Denver Broncos inside linebacker Danny Trevathan (59) during the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports Robert Deutsch, Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Corey Brown (10) reacts after a face masksk penalty by Denver Broncos cornerback Aqib Talib (not pictured) during the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports Robert Deutsch, Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos cornerback Aqib Talib (21) grabs the face mask of Carolina Panthers wide receiver Corey Brown (10) in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports Ed Szczepanski, Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (10) runs against Denver Broncos cornerback Aqib Talib (21) during the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports Robert Deutsch, Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) passes in the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports Ed Szczepanski, Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen (88) stiff arms Denver Broncos inside linebacker Danny Trevathan (59) in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports Ed Szczepanski, Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen (88) runs against Denver Broncos inside linebacker Danny Trevathan (59) during the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports Robert Deutsch, Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen (88) runs against Denver Broncos inside linebacker Danny Trevathan (59) during the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports Robert Deutsch, Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen (88) runs against the Denver Broncos during the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports Robert Deutsch, Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) runs for yardage in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports Ed Szczepanski, Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) runs against the Denver Broncos during the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports Robert Deutsch, Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) runs the ball against Denver Broncos linebacker Shane Ray (56) during the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports Robert Deutsch, Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos defensive end Malik Jackson (97) recovers a fumble for a touchdown during the first quarter against the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos defensive end Malik Jackson (97) recovers a fumble for a touchdown during the first quarter against the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos defensive end Malik Jackson (97) recovers a fumble for a touchdown during the first quarter against the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery (82) breaks up a pass for Carolina Panthers wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery (82) during the first quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery (82) breaks up a pass for Carolina Panthers wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery (82) during the first quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery (82) is not able to catch the ball against Denver Broncos free safety Darian Stewart (26) in the first quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. The play was reviewed and the call was upheld. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports Robert Hanashiro, Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos long snapper Aaron Brewer (46) and Denver Broncos cornerback Kayvon Webster (36) celebrate a special teams play in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports Ed Szczepanski, Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports
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Miller was the only choice for Super Bowl MVP as he was chiefly responsible for both Denver touchdowns. Miller is the Broncos’ left outside linebacker.
A free agent after this season, Miller may well become the NFL’s first $20 million defensive player.
Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos outside linebacker Von Miller (58) forces a fumble by Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) during the first quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports(Photo: Robert Deutsch, Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports)
He stripped-sacked Newton that resulted in a recovered fumble for a touchdown by Denver defensive end Malik Jackson.
Miller iced the game by stripping Newton late in the fourth quarter, the fumble recovered at the Carolina 5 yard line. A few plays later, C.J. Anderson – who replaced Ronnie Hillman as the Broncos’ starting running back – hammered in for a 2-yard touchdown with 3:08 remaining. Manning completed a two-point conversion pass to Bennie Fowler and the Broncos started celebrating the third Super Bowl title in franchise history, first since they went back-to-back in 1997-1998.
It also gave John Elway Super Bowl championships as both a starting quarterback and general manager.
SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Trainer Ann Judge-Wegener rides Denver Broncos mascot Thunder on to the field before Super Bowl 50 against the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) Ezra Shaw, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Fans enter the stadium prior to Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) Al Bello, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Fans enter the stadium prior to Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) Maddie Meyer, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Fans enter the stadium prior to Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) Maddie Meyer, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Fans of the Denver Broncos enter the stadium prior to Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) Al Bello, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Fans of the Denver Broncos enter the stadium prior to Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) Maddie Meyer, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Fans pose for photos outside of Levi's Stadium prior to Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) Andy Lyons, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: A detail view of the logo on a referee uniform is seen prior to Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) Patrick Smith, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Fans of the Denver Broncos look on prior to Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) Ronald Martinez, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Fans of the Denver Broncos look on prior to Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) Ronald Martinez, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Former NFL player Marvin Harrison speaks to Peyton Manning #18 of the Denver Broncos before Super Bowl 50 against the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) Ezra Shaw, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Former NFL player Marvin Harrison speaks to Peyton Manning #18 of the Denver Broncos before Super Bowl 50 against the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) Ezra Shaw, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: 2-time Super Bowl MVP Eli Manning of the New York Giants looks on during Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) Maddie Meyer, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: 3-time Super Bowl MVP Tom Brady of the New England Patriots looks on during Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) Maddie Meyer, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Super Bowl III MVP Joe Namath looks on during Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) Patrick Smith, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Past Super Bowl MVPs look on during Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) Patrick Smith, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Past Super Bowl MVPs look on during Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) Patrick Smith, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Past Super Bowl MVPs look on during Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) Ezra Shaw, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Past Super Bowl MVPs look on during Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) Ezra Shaw, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell walks on the field prior to Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) Kevin C. Cox, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Cam Newton #1 of the Carolina Panthers warms up prior to Super Bowl 50 against the Denver Broncos at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) Streeter Lecka, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: 2-time Super Bowl MVP Eli Manning of the New York Giants looks on during Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) Patrick Smith, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Super Bowl XXI MVP Phil Simms looks on during Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) Patrick Smith, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: 2-time Super Bowl MVP Terry Bradshaw looks on during Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) Patrick Smith, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Denver Broncos fans pose outside of Levi's Stadium prior to Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) Andy Lyons, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: The Denver Broncos wait to be introduced during Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) Al Bello, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Trainer Ann Judge-Wegener rides Denver Broncos mascot Thunder on to the field before Super Bowl 50 against the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) Ronald Martinez, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Singer Lady Gaga performs during Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) Ezra Shaw, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Singer Lady Gaga performs during Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) Patrick Smith, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Singer Lady Gaga performs during Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) Ezra Shaw, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: A Denver Broncos fan looks on prior to Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) Andy Lyons, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors prepares to hit the "Keep Pounding" drum for the Carolina Panthers prior to Super Bowl 50 against the Denver Broncos at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) Kevin C. Cox, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Singer Lady Gaga performs during Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) Ezra Shaw, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Fans look on prior to Super Bowl 50 between the Carolina Panthers and Denver Broncos at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) Ronald Martinez, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Singer Lady Gaga performs during Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) Al Bello, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors prepares to hit the "Keep Pounding" drum for the Carolina Panthers prior to Super Bowl 50 against the Denver Broncos at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) Kevin C. Cox, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Singer Lady Gaga performs during Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) Maddie Meyer, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: A law enforcement officer poses for a photo with fans prior to Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) Harry How, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Cam Newton #1 of the Carolina Panthers and head coach Ron Rivera of the Carolina Panthers stand on the field prior to Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) Ezra Shaw, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: A law enforcement vehicle is seen outside Levi's Stadium prior to Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) Harry How, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Cam Newton #1 of the Carolina Panthers stands on the sideline during the National Anthem prior to playing the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) Ezra Shaw, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Lady Gaga sings the National Anthem at Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Christopher Polk/Getty Images) Christopher Polk, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Head coach Ron Rivera of the Carolina Panthers stands on the sideline during the National Anthem prior to playing the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) Ezra Shaw, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Trainer Ann Judge-Wegener rides Denver Broncos mascot Thunder on to the field before Super Bowl 50 against the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) Al Bello, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Super Bowl XVIII Marcus Allen of the Los Angeles Raiders looks on during Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) Patrick Smith, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: The Blue Angels perform a fly-over prior to Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) Harry How, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Super Bowl XV MVP Jim Plunkett of the Los Angeles Raiders looks on during Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) Patrick Smith, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: The Blue Angels perform a fly-over prior to Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) Sean M. Haffey, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Recording artist Lady Gaga performs the national anthem prior to Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) Andy Lyons, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: The Carolina Panthers kick the ball to start the game against the Denver Broncos during Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) Ronald Martinez, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Recording artist Lady Gaga performs the national anthem prior to Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) Sean M. Haffey, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Recording artist Lady Gaga performs the national anthem prior to Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) Sean M. Haffey, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Recording artist Lady Gaga performs the national anthem prior to Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) Kevin C. Cox, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Recording artist Lady Gaga performs the national anthem prior to Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) Sean M. Haffey, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Super Bowl XXVI MVP Mark Rypien looks on during Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) Patrick Smith, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Fans look on in the first quater between the Carolina Panthers and Denver Broncos during Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) Maddie Meyer, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: The Blue Angels perform a fly-over prior to Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) Ronald Martinez, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Brandon McManus #8 of the Denver Broncos kicks a field goal against the Carolina Panthers in the first quarter during Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) Maddie Meyer, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Denver Broncos fan "Rocky the Leprechaun" poses outside of Levi's Stadium prior to Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) Sean M. Haffey, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Trainer Ann Judge-Wegener rides Denver Broncos mascot Thunder on to the field before Super Bowl 50 against the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) Ezra Shaw, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Denver Broncos fan "Rocky the Leprechaun" poses outside of Levi's Stadium prior to Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) Sean M. Haffey, Getty Images
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SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Peyton Manning #18 of the Denver Broncos runs on to the field before Super Bowl 50 against the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) Ezra Shaw, Getty Images
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“I'm going to say this and I know he would not want me to say this, but,'' Elway said as he held aloft the Lombardi Trophy on the Super Bowl stage. Elway then screamed, “This one’s for Pat!”
Eighteen years earlier, Broncos owner Pat Bowlen, had said, "This one's for John!'' meaning his quarterback Elway, after the Broncos won their first Super Bowl in January, 1998 in San Diego.
Broncos head coach Gary Kubiak also made history. He is the first to play in a Super Bowl (he was part of three), serve as offensive coordinator for two Super Bowl champions (in 1997-98), and win a Super Bowl as a head coach, all for the same team. Kubiak, in other words, will be the first backup quarterback in Broncos history to one day go into the team's Ring of Fame.
With all Super Bowl 50 eyes on Manning who may have played his final game, he was the first to say his defense won that day. Manning is now 2-2 in Super Bowls – 1-1 with the Indianapolis Colts and 1-1 with the Broncos.
SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 07: Peyton Manning #18 of the Denver Broncos celebrates after defeating the Carolina Panthers during Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. The Broncos defeated the Panthers 24-10. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)(Photo: Ezra Shaw, Getty Images)
He is the only quarterback in history to win Super Bowls with two teams.
Twice Manning committed a turnover – a second quarter interception and fourth quarter strip fumble while attempting to throw -- to give Cam and Carolina great field position.
The Denver defense came back with a three-and-out punt the first time and held Carolina to a field goal the next.
Newton received 48 of 50 votes to win the NFL’s MVP Award on Saturday night. On Sunday he was harried into completing just 18 of 41 passes for 265 yards with an interception for a sub par 55.4 rating. He was also sacked six times. The Broncos got credit for a seventh sack on an attempted flea flicker from receiver Ted Ginn Jr. to Newton.
"We treated him like any other quarterback,'' said Broncos defensive end Derek Wolfe. "So what if he can run? We’ve got guys who can catch him. We didn’t want to give him any lanes. We don’t want to give lanes to any quarterback. Alex Smith, he can run the same way. He’s not as fast.’’
Matt Renoux before Super Bowl 50 Cheryl Preheim, KUSA
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Manning was only 13 of 23 for 141 yards for an equally sub par 56.6 rating. He was sacked five times, but Manning didn’t give Carolina’s defense a touchdown and Cam’s offense essentially surrendered two.
The historic defensive effort took some spotlight from Anderson, who led all rushers with 90 yards on 23 carries with a touchdown. Emmanuel Sanders had six catches for 82 yards.
Sometimes, the sweetest-sounding music is a broken record.
Overall, the Broncos’ offense was average at best. In fact, average may be kind: Its 194 yards in total offense was the worst output by the winning team in Super Bowl history. The Denver defense was sensational, especially while applying pass-rush pressure on the quarterback.
Bad offense and great defense equaled Broncos victory as it happened so many times during a 12-4 regular season and 3-0 postseason.
Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) runs off the field during a break in action during the fourth quarter against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports(Photo: Kyle Terada, Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports)
Before a soldout Levi’s Stadium on a spectacularly warm and sunny Sunday afternoon in early February that was also comprised of roughly 50 percent Broncos fans, 30 percent Carolina fans and 20 percent neutral, Miller, DeMarcus Ware and Denver’s ferocious pass rush on Newton was the difference.
“No chance the 2000 Ravens had a pass rush like this team,'' said Brandon Stokley, a former receiver on the 2000 Ravens. "The pass rush this team had was unbelievable. And the back end was unbelievable. I put that defense with our Ravens for sure. It was special. And they were special in the big games when it mattered the most.’’
Wade Phillips, the Broncos' defensive coordinator, said the key to his unit cementing it's place in history was how it performed in its three playoff games. It held the Steelers, Patriots and Panthers to less than 20 points each. Roethlisberger (three), Brady (four) and Newton (six) were sacked a combined 13 times.
“Especially the way we played the last few games,'' Phillips said. "I was on the other end with the Steelers in the '70s. There’s been a lot of great teams with a lot of great defenses. But in the modern era where the offense can move the ball nowadays, it’s more of a wide-open game, I think we played as good as anybody.”
"t’s no disrespect to those other teams,'' Wolfe said. "I think when you consider this age, the way the game has evolved, in this age, we’re the best to ever do it.”
"We are the best of all time," said Broncos linebacker Brandon Marshall. "Nobody can take anything away from us. We played the Steelers, the Patriots, the Panthers. We beat the best teams in the playoffs. Ben Roethlisberger, Tom Brady and then Cam Newton. That's it. Nobody else can say that.''
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