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Throwing it back: Photos of the Broncos' only playoff game vs. the Chargers

Flip through Broncos history with photos from our photo archive of the Broncos' only playoff game against the Chargers, a 24-17 win.

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) runs onto the field action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus
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Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) runs onto the field action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus

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Champ Bailey greets former teammate Jake Plummer before the game against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus
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Champ Bailey greets former teammate Jake Plummer before the game against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus

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Denver Broncos take the field before action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014.
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Denver Broncos take the field before action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014.

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Denver Broncos running back Montee Ball (28) carries the ball during first quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus
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Denver Broncos running back Montee Ball (28) carries the ball during first quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus

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Denver Broncos defense stuffs the run during first quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014.
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Denver Broncos defense stuffs the run during first quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014.

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Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) drops back to pass during first quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014.
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Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) drops back to pass during first quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014.

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Denver Broncos defensive end Malik Jackson (97) sacks San Diego Chargers quarterback Phillip Rivers (17) during second quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus
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Denver Broncos defensive end Malik Jackson (97) sacks San Diego Chargers quarterback Phillip Rivers (17) during second quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus

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Denver Broncos running back Knowshon Moreno (27) carries the ball during second quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus
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Denver Broncos running back Knowshon Moreno (27) carries the ball during second quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus

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Denver Broncos cornerback Chris Harris Jr. (25) tackles San Diego Chargers running back Danny Woodhead (39) during second quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus
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Denver Broncos cornerback Chris Harris Jr. (25) tackles San Diego Chargers running back Danny Woodhead (39) during second quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus

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Denver Broncos running back Knowshon Moreno (27) carries the ball during second quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus
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Denver Broncos running back Knowshon Moreno (27) carries the ball during second quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus

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Denver Broncos fans celebrate a touchdown during second quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014.
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Denver Broncos fans celebrate a touchdown during second quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014.

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Denver Broncos wide receiver Eric Decker (87) returns a punt for 47 yards during second quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014.
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Denver Broncos wide receiver Eric Decker (87) returns a punt for 47 yards during second quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014.

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Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) stiff arms the defender en route to a 9 yard reception during second quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014.
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Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) stiff arms the defender en route to a 9 yard reception during second quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014.

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Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) prepares to take the snap during second quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014.
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Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) prepares to take the snap during second quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014.

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Denver Broncos wide receiver Wes Welker (83) carries the ball after a reception during third quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus
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Denver Broncos wide receiver Wes Welker (83) carries the ball after a reception during third quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus

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Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) passes the ball during third quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus
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Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) passes the ball during third quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus

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Denver Broncos wide receiver Eric Decker (87) carries the ball after a reception during third quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus
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Denver Broncos wide receiver Eric Decker (87) carries the ball after a reception during third quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus

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Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) carries the ball after a reception during third quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus
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Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) carries the ball after a reception during third quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus

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Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) shakes a defender on a 4 yard reception during third quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014.
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Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) shakes a defender on a 4 yard reception during third quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014.

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Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) dodges a tackle during fourth quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus
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Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) dodges a tackle during fourth quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus

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Denver Broncos tight end Julius Thomas (80) carries the ball after a reception during fourth quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus
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Denver Broncos tight end Julius Thomas (80) carries the ball after a reception during fourth quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus

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Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) carries the ball during fourth quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus
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Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) carries the ball during fourth quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus

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The Denver Broncos go after a loose ball during an onside kick during fourth quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus
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The Denver Broncos go after a loose ball during an onside kick during fourth quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus

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Denver Broncos tight end Julius Thomas (80) carries the ball during fourth quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus
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Denver Broncos tight end Julius Thomas (80) carries the ball during fourth quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus

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Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) shakes hands with San Diego Chargers quarterback Phillip Rivers (17) after the game against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus
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Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) shakes hands with San Diego Chargers quarterback Phillip Rivers (17) after the game against the San Diego Chargers in an AFC divisional playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on January 12, 2014. Photo by Gabriel Christus

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