Broncos Super Bowl Preview: vs. Carolina Panthers

Feb 2, 2016; San Francisco, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers and Denver Broncos helmets with the San Francisco skyline and Bay Bridge as a backdrop prior to Super Bowl 50 between the Carolina Panthers and the Denver Broncos. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 2, 2016; San Francisco, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers and Denver Broncos helmets with the San Francisco skyline and Bay Bridge as a backdrop prior to Super Bowl 50 between the Carolina Panthers and the Denver Broncos. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 3, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) addresses the media at press conference prior to Super Bowl 50 at Santa Clara Marriott. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Prediction

Have I said that this game was for all the marbles? I did? Okay, don’t need to further explain how big this game is then.

This game will come down to which team’s offensive line holds up in my opinion. The Broncos offensive line has done a great job thus far in the postseason. The question is will the defense of the Broncos be able to create some pressure and get by the offensive line?

And as I have stated before, containing Cam Newton is going to be perhaps the biggest task the Broncos defense has faced this season. But pressure from both the interior and exterior will be the biggest factor.

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I see Miller and Demarcus Ware combining for four sacks in this game. For the offense, I think Demaryius Thomas has a solid day with Owen Daniels having a few of his own. And if the Broncos can run the ball effectively, they will have a chance.

As far as the game itself. The Panthers are a great team and I think will compete for a few years for sure. But I think when all is said and done, this game will end with the Broncos getting the job done.

Broncos 27 Panthers 24

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