Tim Tebow is consoled during the Broncos loss to the Patriots. (Jack Dempsey/AP Photo)

By Jim Lyles

BRONCOS RUSH OFFENSE: 

The Broncos rush offense opened the game with the offensive line pushing the Patriots all over the field. The rushing game accounted for 252 yards with an average of 8.1 yards per carry and three scores. Tim Tebow rushed for two touchdowns and Lance Ball added the other score.

Tebow and Ball both fumbled in the second quarter, short circuiting the Broncos scoring chances and contributing to Patriots scores.

Grade: B

BRONCOS PASS OFFENSE:

Tebow passed for 194 yards, no touchdowns, and no interceptions. Tebow was sacked four times for a loss of 53 yards. The Patriots pass rush did a solid job of collapsing the pocket around Tebow, curtailing his normal escape routes.

There were very few times during the game where Broncos receivers were fully open. Tebow’s quarterback rating for the game was a very respectable 80.5. Considering the amount of pressure coming from the Pats, Tebow’s performance wasn’t bad.

Grade: C+
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