When the Denver Broncos met the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50 it marked the end of a remarkable run. After a wildly successful second career following an unceremonious release by the Colts, the win helped Peyton Manning walk away at the top of the game, capping off a Hall of Fame career with his second title. Unbeknown to anyone at the time, the contest now represents the high point of Cam Newton’s career and the closest Carolina’s come to a Super Bowl since Jake Delhomme dueled Tom Brady. Barring something nutty, either Carolina or Denver will end today with their fourth losing season since the two slugged it out in Santa Clara.
11 things to look for in the Denver Broncos’ game against the Carolina Panthers
