Halftime: Broncos 13, Panthers 7
Analysis: The defenses continued to thrive, as both teams forced a turnover in the second quarter. Carolina quarterback Cam Newton again had difficulty after they started the quarter strong with a touchdown drive. The Panthers were unable to solve Denver’s defense with the run or pass. Newton provided their own threat on the ground with 46 yards rushing on five attempts in the first half. The Broncos had their own problems on offense. Peyton Manning completed 9 of 16 passes for 76 yards, and Denver managed just four first downs in the first half.