The Broncos trailed 17-14 at halftime but rolled in the second half of a 49-27 win last night in Denver to open the 2013 season. Peyton Manning threw for seven touchdowns, including two to Wes Welker and a pair to rookie tight end Julius Thomas.

Demaryius Thomas led Denver in receiving with five catches for 161 yards and two touchdowns.

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