For only the second time in NFL history, the previous seasons’ Super Bowl entrants will meet during Week One. Last occurring when Minnesota and Kansas City met to open the 1970 season. The ‘Sheriff’, Peyton Manning, has ridden off into the sunset, but the Broncos and Panthers still present an interesting matchup to kick off the 2016 season.
The Panthers are looking to avenge a 24-10 Super Bowl 50 loss to the Broncos. Though the opener is obviously of a smaller magnitude, a win in Denver would be a welcome start to the new season.