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Photos: Reliving the Broncos' stunning 2012 comeback vs. the Chargers

On this Throwback Thursday, relive the Broncos' 2012 comeback victory over the Chargers on the road.

The San Diego Chargers play the Denver Broncos during the first half of an NFL football game Monday, Oct. 15, 2012, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
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The San Diego Chargers play the Denver Broncos during the first half of an NFL football game Monday, Oct. 15, 2012, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)

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Denver Broncos defensive tackle Justin Bannan (97) and Kevin Vickerson (99) stop San Diego Chargers running back Ryan Matthews (24) for no gain during first-quarter action in the NFL game on October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.
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Denver Broncos defensive tackle Justin Bannan (97) and Kevin Vickerson (99) stop San Diego Chargers running back Ryan Matthews (24) for no gain during first-quarter action in the NFL game on October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.

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Cornerback Champ Bailey (24) tackles San Diego Chargers running back Ryan Matthews (24) on a 7-yard run during the first quarter in the NFL game on October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.
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Cornerback Champ Bailey (24) tackles San Diego Chargers running back Ryan Matthews (24) on a 7-yard run during the first quarter in the NFL game on October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.

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Cornerback Omar Bolden returns a kick during first-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.
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Cornerback Omar Bolden returns a kick during first-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.

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Quarterback Peyton Manning signals at the line of scrimmage during first-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.
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Quarterback Peyton Manning signals at the line of scrimmage during first-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.

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San Diego Chargers tight end Antonio Gates, center, makes a touchdown catch as Denver Broncos free safety Jim Leonhard (36) and free safety Rahim Moore (26) defend during the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Oct. 15, 2012, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Denis Poroy)
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San Diego Chargers tight end Antonio Gates, center, makes a touchdown catch as Denver Broncos free safety Jim Leonhard (36) and free safety Rahim Moore (26) defend during the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Oct. 15, 2012, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Denis Poroy)

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Cornerback Chris Harris makes a stop during first quarter-action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.
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Cornerback Chris Harris makes a stop during first quarter-action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.

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Wide receiver Brandon Stokley (14) fights for extra yardage on a 12-yard reception during second-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.
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Wide receiver Brandon Stokley (14) fights for extra yardage on a 12-yard reception during second-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.

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Quarterback Peyton Manning (18) throws for a 10-yard gain to Willis McGahee during second-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.
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Quarterback Peyton Manning (18) throws for a 10-yard gain to Willis McGahee during second-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.

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Broncos cornerback Omar Bolden (31) reaches for San Diego Chargers receiver Eddie Royal (11) on a 7-yard punt return during second-quarter action in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.
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Broncos cornerback Omar Bolden (31) reaches for San Diego Chargers receiver Eddie Royal (11) on a 7-yard punt return during second-quarter action in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.

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Defensive tackle Mitch Unrein (96) tries to penetrate the outside edge around San Diego Chargers lineman Mike Harris (79) during second-quarter action against the in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.
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Defensive tackle Mitch Unrein (96) tries to penetrate the outside edge around San Diego Chargers lineman Mike Harris (79) during second-quarter action against the in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.

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Safety Mike Adams (20) celebrates his fumble recovery with 52 seconds remaining during fourth-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.
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Safety Mike Adams (20) celebrates his fumble recovery with 52 seconds remaining during fourth-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.

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Quarterback Peyton Manning drops back to pass during second-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.
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Quarterback Peyton Manning drops back to pass during second-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.

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Broncos safety Jim Leonhard (36) intercepts a pass during second-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.
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Broncos safety Jim Leonhard (36) intercepts a pass during second-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.

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Denver Broncos free safety Jim Leonhard (36) celebrates after making an interception on a pass intended for San Diego Chargers tight end Antonio Gates (85) during an NFL football game Monday, Oct. 15, 2012 in San Diego. (AP Photo/Denis Poroy)
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Denver Broncos free safety Jim Leonhard (36) celebrates after making an interception on a pass intended for San Diego Chargers tight end Antonio Gates (85) during an NFL football game Monday, Oct. 15, 2012 in San Diego. (AP Photo/Denis Poroy)

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Broncos tight end Jacob Tamme (84) makes the reception during second-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.
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Broncos tight end Jacob Tamme (84) makes the reception during second-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.

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Linebacker Danny Trevathan makes a tackle for a loss during first-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.
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Linebacker Danny Trevathan makes a tackle for a loss during first-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.

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Linebacker Wesley Woodyard (52) makes the stop during third-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.
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Linebacker Wesley Woodyard (52) makes the stop during third-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.

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Broncos defenders Mike Adams (20), Derek Wolfe (95) and Von Miller (58) stop Chargers running back Ryan Matthews (24) on a run during third-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.
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Broncos defenders Mike Adams (20), Derek Wolfe (95) and Von Miller (58) stop Chargers running back Ryan Matthews (24) on a run during third-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.

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Wide receiver Demaryius Thomas catches a 29-yard pass for a touchdown during third-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.
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Wide receiver Demaryius Thomas catches a 29-yard pass for a touchdown during third-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.

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Denver Broncos defenders chase a fumble during third-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.
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Denver Broncos defenders chase a fumble during third-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.

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Broncos cornerback Tony Carter (32) picks up a fumble and returns it for a 65-yard touchdown during third quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.
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Broncos cornerback Tony Carter (32) picks up a fumble and returns it for a 65-yard touchdown during third quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.

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Broncos cornerback Tony Carter (32) picks up a San Diego Chargers fumble and returns it 65 yards for a touchdown during third-quarter action against the in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.
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Broncos cornerback Tony Carter (32) picks up a San Diego Chargers fumble and returns it 65 yards for a touchdown during third-quarter action against the in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.

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The Broncos celebrate a fumble return for a touchdown on the sideline during third-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.
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The Broncos celebrate a fumble return for a touchdown on the sideline during third-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.

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Defensive end Derek Wolfe (95) sacks quarterback Philip Rivers for a 9-yard loss during third-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.
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Defensive end Derek Wolfe (95) sacks quarterback Philip Rivers for a 9-yard loss during third-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.

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Defensive end Derek Wolfe (95) sacks San Diego Chargers Philip Rivers (17) with the help of Von Miller (58) during third-quarter action in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.
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Defensive end Derek Wolfe (95) sacks San Diego Chargers Philip Rivers (17) with the help of Von Miller (58) during third-quarter action in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.

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Defensive end Derek Wolfe (95) and linebacker Wesley Woodyard (52) combine make a stop during third-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.
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Defensive end Derek Wolfe (95) and linebacker Wesley Woodyard (52) combine make a stop during third-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.

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Broncos tight end Joel Dreessen (81) turns upfield on a 19-yard reception during third-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.
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Broncos tight end Joel Dreessen (81) turns upfield on a 19-yard reception during third-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.

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Denver Broncos wide receiver Eric Decker leans into the end zone for a touchdown against the San Diego Chargers during the second half of an NFL football game, Monday, Oct. 15, 2012, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)
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Denver Broncos wide receiver Eric Decker leans into the end zone for a touchdown against the San Diego Chargers during the second half of an NFL football game, Monday, Oct. 15, 2012, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)

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Cornerback Tony Carter intercepts a pass during fourth-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.
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Cornerback Tony Carter intercepts a pass during fourth-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.

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Broncos cornerback Tony Carter (32) intercepts a pass during fourth-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.
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Broncos cornerback Tony Carter (32) intercepts a pass during fourth-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.

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Von Miller (58) sacks Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) for a 6-yard loss action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.
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Von Miller (58) sacks Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) for a 6-yard loss action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.

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Running back Willis McGahee (23) carries the ball for a 9-yard gain during fourth-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.
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Running back Willis McGahee (23) carries the ball for a 9-yard gain during fourth-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.

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Wide receiver Brandon Stokley (14) hauls in a 21-yard pass for a touchdown during fourth-quarter action as San Diego Chargers Marcus Gilchrist (38) defends on the play in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.
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Wide receiver Brandon Stokley (14) hauls in a 21-yard pass for a touchdown during fourth-quarter action as San Diego Chargers Marcus Gilchrist (38) defends on the play in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.

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Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Stokley (14) celebrates his 21-yard touchdown reception to give Denver a 28-24 lead with 9:03 remaining in the fourth quarter against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.
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Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Stokley (14) celebrates his 21-yard touchdown reception to give Denver a 28-24 lead with 9:03 remaining in the fourth quarter against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.

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Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Stokley (14) celebrates his 21-yard touchdown reception with Eric Decker (87). It gave Denver a 28-24 lead with 9:03 remaining in the fourth quarter against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.
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Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Stokley (14) celebrates his 21-yard touchdown reception with Eric Decker (87). It gave Denver a 28-24 lead with 9:03 remaining in the fourth quarter against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.

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Cornerback Chris Harris intercepts a pass and returns it 46 yards for a touchdown during fourth-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.
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Cornerback Chris Harris intercepts a pass and returns it 46 yards for a touchdown during fourth-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.

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Cornerback Chris Harris (25) intercepts a pass during fourth-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.
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Cornerback Chris Harris (25) intercepts a pass during fourth-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.

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Cornerback Chris Harris (25) intercepts a pass and heads up the sideline during fourth-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.
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Cornerback Chris Harris (25) intercepts a pass and heads up the sideline during fourth-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.

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Cornerback Chris Harris (25) returns an interception 46 yards for a touchdown during fourth-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.
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Cornerback Chris Harris (25) returns an interception 46 yards for a touchdown during fourth-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.

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Cornerback Chris Harris (25) celebrates his interception as he crosses the goal line for a touchdown during fourth-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.
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Cornerback Chris Harris (25) celebrates his interception as he crosses the goal line for a touchdown during fourth-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.

Cornerback Chris Harris (25) returns an interception 46 yards for a touchdown during fourth-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.
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Cornerback Chris Harris (25) returns an interception 46 yards for a touchdown during fourth-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.

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San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) puts his head down as Denver Broncos strong safety Chris Harris (25) scores a touchdown on an interception return during an NFL football game Monday, Oct. 15, 2012 in San Diego. (AP Photo/Denis Poroy)
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San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) puts his head down as Denver Broncos strong safety Chris Harris (25) scores a touchdown on an interception return during an NFL football game Monday, Oct. 15, 2012 in San Diego. (AP Photo/Denis Poroy)

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Cornerback Chris Harris (25) celebrates his interception for a touchdown during fourth-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.
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Cornerback Chris Harris (25) celebrates his interception for a touchdown during fourth-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.

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Defensive end Elvis Dumervil (92) sacks Philip Rivers and causes a fumble during fourth-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.
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Defensive end Elvis Dumervil (92) sacks Philip Rivers and causes a fumble during fourth-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.

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Broncos safety Mike Adams (20) recovers a fumble during fourth-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.
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Broncos safety Mike Adams (20) recovers a fumble during fourth-quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on September 30, 2012.

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Denver Broncos players huddle in the locker room after defeating the San Diego Chargers 35-24 in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.
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Denver Broncos players huddle in the locker room after defeating the San Diego Chargers 35-24 in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.

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Broncos Head Coach John Fox celebrates Denver's 35-24 win against the San Diego Chargers with Peyton Manning (18) postgame in the locker room after the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.
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Broncos Head Coach John Fox celebrates Denver's 35-24 win against the San Diego Chargers with Peyton Manning (18) postgame in the locker room after the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.

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Broncos Head Coach John Fox addresses his team in the locker room after Denver defeated the San Diego Chargers 35-24 in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.
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Broncos Head Coach John Fox addresses his team in the locker room after Denver defeated the San Diego Chargers 35-24 in the NFL game October 15, 2012 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA.

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