DENVER -5 W
Peyton Manning is an astounding 6-0 when playing the same team after losing to them in the same season. That stat tells me that the smartest quarterback in the NFL learns from his mistakes and it also shows me what the man's heart is made of. This entire season has been about avenging an unforgivable loss last year to the Ravens in the playoffs. Manning and his team are focused this year and looking at one game at a time, unlike last year where they may have been looking towards the Superbowl before taking 1 snap. Denver's secondary has come into question. However, within 20 yards, the Denver defense plays well. It is the deep ball where they are suspect. Brady's ability to throw the deep pass has diminished considerably and has become a possession QB. Denver will handle Brady and company just fine.
The Patriots have been mediocre at best on the road this year going 4-4. All 4 wins against losing or .500 teams. (Bill, Falcons, Texans and Ravens). Their losses (At Jets, Bengals, Panthers, and Miami) were against 2 winning teams and two .500 teams. Bottom line; The Patriots have not beaten a winning team on the road this year and were not dominate in any road game. Going into Denver will be, by far, their toughest environment this year.
The weather is perfect for old man Manning. This focused Broncos team will dominate this game from kickoff to the final whistle
Prediction: Broncos 41 Patriots 23
NFC write up shortly to follow
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