5 Broncos to Watch vs. San Francisco

Oct 12, 2014; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; Denver Broncos tight end Julius Thomas (80) is congratulated on scoring a touchdown by teammates against the New York Jets during the second quarter of their NFL football game at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Adam Hunger-USA TODAY Sports

With respect to Cris Carter, all Thomas does is catch touchdowns. Through five games, he has nine.

Over the last two seasons, a quarter of Thomas’ catches have given the Broncos six points.

Will this absurd trend continue on Sunday? Thomas poses a major match-up problem for the 49ers defense, especially with linebacker Patrick Willis out.

It’s another aspect of this game that makes it so fun. And one that Broncos Country should DVR to remember forever.