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Broncos fans cheer in the fourth quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Craig F. Walker/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_CW24411 )

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) during the fourth quarter. The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by John Leyba/The Denver Post) ( SP012FBNBRONX_1JL3968 )

San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) yells from the sidelines in the fourth quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_AO27140 )

San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) leaves the field at the end of the game. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_AO34868 )

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) gets a hug from San Diego Chargers head coach Mike McCoy after the Denver Broncos beat the San Diego Chargers 24 - 17. The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by John Leyba/The Denver Post) ( SP012FBNBRONX_2JL5856 )

Denver Broncos wide receiver Eric Decker (87) runs back a punt and gets away from San Diego Chargers wide receiver Seyi Ajirotutu (16) in the first quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_AO26561 )

Denver Broncos defensive end Shaun Phillips (90) pulls down San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) for a first quarter sack. The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by John Leyba/The Denver Post) ( SP012FBNBRONX_1JL2892 )

Rudy Parmelee from Albuquerque, New Mexico cheers for the Broncos during the first quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Craig F. Walker/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_CW15517 )

Denver Broncos running back Knowshon Moreno (27) is tackled by San Diego Chargers inside linebacker Donald Butler (56) and San Diego Chargers defensive end Corey Liuget (94) in the first quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Hyoung Chang/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONXHC1_7821 )

Denver Broncos free safety Mike Adams (20) breaks up a pass to San Diego Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (13) in the first quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Hyoung Chang/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONXHC1_7960 )

Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) makes a first down catch in the first quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_AO26428 )

Denver Broncos wide receiver Wes Welker (83) is taken down by San Diego Chargers inside linebacker Manti Te'o (50) in the first quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Hyoung Chang/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONXHC1_7976 )

Denver Broncos wide receiver Andre Caldwell (12) is taken down by San Diego Chargers defensive back Jahleel Addae (37) and San Diego Chargers strong safety Marcus Gilchrist (38) in the first quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_AO26447 )

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) talks to his offense in the first quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_AO26501 )

San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) yells out a play in the first quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_AO26521 )

Denver Broncos head coach John Fox greets Demaryius Thomas after his first quarter touchdown. The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Joe Amon/The Denver Post) ( SP012FBNBRONX_JA22726 )

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) hands off to Denver Broncos running back Knowshon Moreno (27) in the fourth quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Craig F. Walker/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_CW24543 )

Denver Broncos wide receiver Wes Welker (83) on the sidelines with a determined look during the first quarter. The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by John Leyba/The Denver Post) ( SP012FBNBRONX_1JL3110 )

Miles, the Broncos' mascot gets the crowd pumped up in the fourth quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Craig F. Walker/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_CW15946 )

Tony Barton cheers for the Broncos in the fourth quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Craig F. Walker/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONXDSC_0577 )

San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) glances up at the scoreboard in the fourth quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Hyoung Chang/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONXHC1_8796 )

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) during the fourth quarter. The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by John Leyba/The Denver Post) ( SP012FBNBRONX_1JL3973 )

Denver Broncos running back Knowshon Moreno (27) gives thanks as the Denver Broncos beat the San Diego Chargers 24-17. The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by John Leyba/The Denver Post) ( SP012FBNBRONX_1JL4253 )

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) and head coach John Fox confer during the fourth quarter. The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by John Leyba/The Denver Post) ( SP012FBNBRONX_1JL4317 )

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) hands off to Denver Broncos running back Knowshon Moreno (27) during the fourth quarter. The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by John Leyba/The Denver Post) ( SP012FBNBRONX_1JL4267 )

Denver Broncos tackle Chris Clark (75) keeps San Diego Chargers outside linebacker Reggie Walker (52) from getting to Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) during the fourth quarter. The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by John Leyba/The Denver Post) ( SP012FBNBRONX_2JL0073 )

Denver Broncos wide receiver Eric Decker (87) leaps to recover an insides kick during the fourth quarter. Decker could not hold on and the San Diego Chargers recovered the ball. The Denver Broncos went on to beat the San Diego Chargers 24 - 17. The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Joe Amon/The Denver Post) ( SP012FBNBRONX_JA23701 )

Denver Broncos wide receiver Wes Welker (83) ducks under a tackle as San Diego Chargers outside linebacker Reggie Walker (52) and San Diego Chargers strong safety Marcus Gilchrist (38) collide in the fourth quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_AO27207 )

Denver Broncos cornerback Quentin Jammer (23) gets beat in the end zone for a touchdown by San Diego Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (13) during the fourth quarter. The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by John Leyba/The Denver Post) ( SP012FBNBRONX_2JL9978 )

San Diego Chargers wide receiver Eddie Royal (11) catches a pass in the fourth quarter for a 30-yard gain. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Hyoung Chang/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONXHC1_8404 )

San Diego Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (13) catches a pass for a touchdown in the fourth quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Hyoung Chang/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONXHC1_8428 )

Denver Broncos strong safety Omar Bolden (31) celebrates a play in the fourth quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Hyoung Chang/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONXHC1_8450 )

San Diego Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (13) is taken down by Denver Broncos cornerback Quentin Jammer (23) in the fourth quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Hyoung Chang/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONXHC1_8611 )

San Diego Chargers defensive back Jahleel Addae (37) is slow to get up in the fourth quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Hyoung Chang/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONXHC1_8740 )

Denver Broncos kicker Matt Prater (5) kicks the extra point during the second quarter. The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Joe Amon/The Denver Post) ( SP012FBNBRONX_JA22943 )

Denver Broncos head coach John Fox on the field during play as the referee asked him to return to the sidelines. The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Joe Amon/The Denver Post) ( SP012FBNBRONX_JA23074 )

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) hands off to Denver Broncos running back Knowshon Moreno (27) during the second quarter. The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Joe Amon/The Denver Post) ( SP012FBNBRONX_JA23087 )

San Diego Chargers running back Ronnie Brown (23) is tackled by Denver Broncos cornerback Chris Harris (25) in the first quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_AO26246 )

Charger fans watch from the stands in the second quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Craig F. Walker/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_CW23683 )

Broncos mascot Miles cheers with the crowd during the first quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_AO26271 )

Denver Broncos fans prepare for the game. The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Joe Amon/The Denver Post) ( SP012FBNBRONX_JA37960 )

Marines take the field for a halftime ceremony. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Craig F. Walker/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_CW15805 )

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) drops back to throw during the first quarter. The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by John Leyba/The Denver Post) ( SP012FBNBRONX_2JL9361 )

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) drops back to pass during the Broncos first series in the first quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Craig F. Walker/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONXDSC_0396 )

Denver Broncos tight end Julius Thomas is tackled by Jahleel Addae after catching a pass in the first quarter at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. (Photo by Steve Nehf/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBronx_SN4143 )

Pam and Steve Clegg, from Cody, Wyoming, cheer for the Broncos in the upper section during the first quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Craig F. Walker/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_CW15625 )

San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) in the second quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_AO26647 )

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) talks with his team on the sidelines in the second quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Craig F. Walker/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_CW15784 )

Denver Broncos wide receiver Wes Welker (83) takes the ball into the end zone on a second quarter touchdown pass over San Diego Chargers defensive back Darrell Stuckey (25). The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Patrick Traylor/The Denver Post) ( Broncos-vs-Chargers-PT )

Broncos fans cheer on the team in the second quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Craig F. Walker/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_CW23789 )

Denver Broncos head coach John Fox on the sidelines in the second quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Craig F. Walker/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_CW23904 )

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) gets the ball away under pressure during the second quarter. The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Joe Amon/The Denver Post) ( SP012FBNBRONX_JA10787 )

San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) complains to the ref after getting sacked during the second quarter. The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by John Leyba/The Denver Post) ( SP012FBNBRONX_1JL3361 )

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) throws during the second quarter. The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by John Leyba/The Denver Post) ( SP012FBNBRONX_1JL3372 )

Denver Broncos running back Knowshon Moreno (27) in the air for extra yards during the second quarter. The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by John Leyba/The Denver Post) ( SP012FBNBRONX_1JL3389 )

San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) throws during the second quarter. The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by John Leyba/The Denver Post) ( SP012FBNBRONX_1JL3496 )

Denver Broncos wide receiver Eric Decker (87) leaping during a punt return /in the second quarter. The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by John Leyba/The Denver Post) ( SP012FBNBRONX_1JL3530 )

Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) tries to break a one legged tackle by San Diego Chargers cornerback Richard Marshall (31) during the third quarter. The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by John Leyba/The Denver Post) ( SP012FBNBRONX_2JL9724 )

Denver Broncos running back Knowshon Moreno (27) jumps through a hole during the third quarter. The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by John Leyba/The Denver Post) ( SP012FBNBRONX_2JL9916 )

Denver Broncos wide receiver Wes Welker (83) makes a catch for a first down in the third quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_AO26844 )

Denver Broncos wide receiver Wes Welker (83) gets taken down during the third quarter. The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Joe Amon/The Denver Post) ( SP012FBNBRONX_JA23444 )

San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) makes a pass in the third quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_AO26923 )

Led by Denver Broncos wide receiver Trindon Holliday (11) The Denver Broncos takes the field at the start of the game. The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by John Leyba/The Denver Post) ( SP012FBNBRONX_2JL9175 )

Broncos fans cheer as the teams take the field before the start of the game. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Craig F. Walker/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_CW15392 )

The band and the Broncos cheerleaders put on a show before the start of the game. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Craig F. Walker/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONXDSC_0323 )

San Diego Chargers inside linebacker Bront Bird (97) kneels before the start of the game. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Hyoung Chang/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONXHC2_4155 )

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) and San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) watch as the coin is tossed at the start of the game. The Denver Broncos vs. The San Diego Chargers in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by John Leyba/The Denver Post) ( SP012FBNBRONX_2JL5652 )

Denver fans cheer on their team at the start of the game. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Hyoung Chang/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONXHC2_4182 )

Ken Castaneda shows off his face paint before the start of the game. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Craig F. Walker/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_CW14892 )

The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Craig F. Walker/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_CW15164 )

Ryan Sweem plays the tuba with the Stampede Brass before the game. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Craig F. Walker/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_CW15006 )

Isabella Juarez stands with her brother Michael, from El Paso, Texas, outside the stadium. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Craig F. Walker/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_CW23528 )

Spencer Kuhl grills before the game. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Craig F. Walker/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_CW14763 )

Krissy Nicole, aka Football Lady, cheers outside the stadium. The Denver Broncos take on the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on January 12, 2014. (Photo by Craig F. Walker/The Denver Post) ( SP12FBNBRONX_CW15134 )