2016 Super Bowl - Carolina Panthers vs Denver Broncos

[OzSome]

I am surprise there isn't a thread for the Super Bowl game between Carolina Panthers and Denver Broncos tomorrow. Who do you think will win?
I am leaning towards Cam Newton and the Panthers. Normally I only watch a few regular season games but I tried to watch the playoffs as much as I can. I've been very impressed the way Cam Newton plays and definitely they will win the game.

[Mony]

Hoping for my boys to take this one away. Go Panthers!! Keep pounding.

[Jbo]

Broncos have been treated as under dogs all year. Hope Manning can put together the game of his career and go out with a second ring.

Go Broncos! Hope our D puts Cam on his face.

[Wood]

Go Broncos!

It's not going to be an easy one, but I expect a big game from the defense (again.) Frustrate Cam right from the start

[CedarMeter]

Broncos have that D. I think they can shut them down. I'm curious to know what Clay Sens prediction is on this game.

[Sylvanfan]

Go Panthers. Donkeys can suck themselves.

I think the key is how Carolinas offensive line does against the Denver front 7. If Carolina can run the ball and Ware and Miller can't terrorize Newton the way they did with Brady in the AFC Championship than the Panthers should win easily.

If Carolina can't run the ball than Denver wins. If there is justice in the World Peyton retires with as many Superbowl rings as Eli has.

[Joborule]

It'll come down to the Broncos D doing what they've done pretty much all season. Neutralizing the opposing team's quarterback. Going to be their toughest challenge yet, but this front 7 has performed like all-stars all season long. They should be up for it.

Expect it to be a close game. As long as Broncos offense doesn't turn ball over (I'm looking at you Hillman), I'm confident in them winning and letting Manning head into the sunset with a second ring.

[ResAlien]

Denver has to make it a low scoring Kubiak slugfest. Keep it close, one TD on offence, one by the D or special teams, and about 3 field goals. Hopefully Denver's secondary can work over the Panthers' pedestrian wideouts and let the front seven leave a spy or two on Cam.

I think Manning has accepted his role as a game manager but if he tries to go all "vintage Manning" then Denver's screwed. He better not start chucking those deep ducks every drive and audibling into passes constantly.

Panthers need to let Cam be Cam. Their defence is almost as good as Denver's but hopefully Norman is wasted being manned up on useless DT. That would be perfect, leaves the Broncos true #1 WR Sanders to work on easier targets. If Denver can limit turnovers I think they win a close game, if they turn the ball over Carolina will probably win by double digits.

[JonDuke]

As a Raiders fan, I don't like the divisional rival Broncos, but kinda hope Manning wins his swan song and retires a champ.

[transplant99]

I haven't had this much disinterest in the SB since the days of Montana and Young and Aikman (and anyone playing the Broncos) were ripping the opposition to shreds and the outcome was decided long before the halftime show was setting up.

That being said I'm hoping the Broncos defense does its thing and keeps this one close if not win it all and Peyton can ride off into the sunset the same way Elway did. I suspect this wont be the case though and the Panthers win easily. Love to be wrong however.

36- 19 Panteros.

[Senator Clay Davis]

It's oversimplifying things to say it all comes down to Cam, but it all comes down to Cam. If he wants to be the hero and make all the plays, the Broncos will win and probably easily. If he wants to play within the game and take what is given, the Panthers will probably win. Given Cam's nature and how badly he wants to be an "icon", I expect he makes a lot of mistakes tonight trying to make plays happen so he can be the hero. I think he has at least 3 turnovers. And I think Noodle Arm throws it less than 25 times.

Denver 27 Carolina 16.

[M*A*S*H 4077]

Carolina hasn't faced a D as good as the Denver, but Denver hasn't faced a running game like Carolina.

The match up I am most looking forward to is Emmanuel Sanders vs whoever he is lined up against. If he can have success working the slot Denver will move the ball

[Sainters7]

Officially I'm predicting Carolina, but I'd love to be wrong.

Everyone in love with Cam and his "fun" antics and clothing style these days it seems. I'd love to see things unravel at the start so people can remember he's arguably the sulkiest sideline (non-WR; the position king of sulk) star in the game when it's been an off day.

All hunched over on the bench, towel over his head, not talking to teammates...I miss that Cam. They've won so much this year that I think people forget that side of him. If anyone has the ability to bring that Cam out this year, it's the Broncos D.

[OzSome]

Denver's defense shuts down the Patriots in their divisional finals while Cam Newton and the Panthers offense was pretty good especially in the first half but sort of slows down in the 2nd half. Broncos will win if their defense shuts down Cam Newton and offense then this is going to be an interesting game; otherwise this game is going to be a blowout. I am really looking forward watching this game.

[Sylvanfan]

The closest thing the Broncos saw to Newton this year probably was Alex Smith. The Chiefs offence actually moved the ball quite well but had a lot of turn overs in the first game. In the second game they also moved the ball pretty effectively and didn't turn it over. Carolina has a superior O line, a TE who's at least equal to or better than Kelce, a better QB, better RB's and receivers who are similar to KC.

But one thing is that the Broncos D doesn't seem to get rattled so I don't see Carolina being able to build up that huge early lead like they have in a lot of their recent games.

[jg13]

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[browna]

Really hoping for Manning to pull one last one out and get a second ring which he deserves given his career. The best Qb we'll see for a while, longevity wise and as the most intelligent Qb in the league, by far. Brady's good, but in large thanks to the genius of Belichek. Manning's done it on his own (look at Indy when he got hurt) and even as the physical side has let him down.

Seems tough, but if Denver can keep Carolina at bay and within two scores or less at half, I think they have a great shot. If anyone's patient, its Manning.

Who's not patient is Newton. His whole career really, in the games I've seen him play, but even still this playoffs; he started coming unravelled halfway through the third quarter when Seattle was still 3 scores down 3 weeks ago, and he didn't play much better the rest of the way and barely held on. Once the smile is gone and the sulk starts, and he's then half the QB he could be.

Arizona the week after dug a hole, but shot themselves in the foot after it looked they were coming back, until Peterson fumbled and then Palmer throws a terrible INT which would've brought the game back to life before half.

So, if Denver can limit the big plays against early, ideally get a turnover, but in general grind it out, not get too far behind, and wait for Carolina to slip up, I think they have a great chance. Cam throws an INT early, and they're maybe in trouble early.

Out of nowhere I think Vernon Davis will have a good game. And speaking of ex 49'ers, last week they saw the good Ted Ginn, this week, Panther fans better hope the other side of Ted Ginn; the one that drops punts and gives up on routes leading to INT's, doesn't pop up today.

[corporatejay]

It's oversimplifying things to say it all comes down to Cam, but it all comes down to Cam. If he wants to be the hero and make all the plays, the Broncos will win and probably easily. If he wants to play within the game and take what is given, the Panthers will probably win. Given Cam's nature and how badly he wants to be an "icon", I expect he makes a lot of mistakes tonight trying to make plays happen so he can be the hero. I think he has at least 3 turnovers. And I think Noodle Arm throws it less than 25 times.

Denver 27 Carolina 16.

I don't see how Denver puts up 27.

[GirlySports]

First shot already. The AFC champs being the home team and wearing white :)

[transplant99]

I don't see how Denver puts up 27.

Would have to be a turnover or 2 in Carolina territory and maybe even a special teams play for that to happen IMO.

[Displaced Flames fan]

I think most are hugely underrating the Bronco defense. Carolina hasn't played a team like Denver. That said, I don't have a great feeling about it. Think it will be close.

[RyZ]

Had the first BBQ of 2016 this afternoon and am sitting here in my Broncos hoodie hoping for the best, but not really expecting it. Heart says Denver, head says Carolina.

[Machiavelli]

Is anyone else's sound on CTV messed up? Commercials are fine, but the broadcast is super muted.

edit: nvm, it's fine now.

[iggy_oi]

Is there any way to watch this game online or on AppleTV? (Without a ctv subscription?

[Dan02]

Is there any way to watch this game online or on AppleTV? (Without a ctv subscription?

trying to figure that out too, CBS website is just slammed.

[Machiavelli]

Before I got my antenna right, cbs online streaming was working for me

[Cali Panthers Fan]

Who had silver side of the coin in their pool?

[transplant99]

Interesting Denver had the choice and decided to go on offense first. I woud of thought they would play to their strength and try and pin the Panthers deep to play the field position game or try and jump on them early with a turnover.

[Weitz]

Interesting Denver had the choice and decided to go on offense first. I woud of thought they would play to their strength and try and pin the Panthers deep to play the field position game or try and jump on them early with a turnover.

Carolina won the toss and deferred.

[Displaced Flames fan]

Better start than last time.

[Flabbibulin]

Is the sound on the play by play a little weird for anyone else? Too much gain or something

Edit- just checked twitter. Not just me hearing things. Almost sounds like a radio broadcast

[transplant99]

Carolina won the toss and deferred.

Right...and Denver then chose offense.

Not that it matters much.

[Weitz]

Right...and Denver then chose offense.

Not that it matters much.

Sorry misread what you posted!

[Flabbibulin]

Every throw by Manning is a high lob

[zamler]

Is the running time of the game actually more commercials than football?

[Flabbibulin]

And for anyone seeing the american commericals, we possibly have worst commercial in SB history going to mountain dew... Wtf??

[Sylvanfan]

That's a catch by Cotchery. Carolina got jobbeD there. Call is as bad as the BMO commercial.

[Nammer403]

O damn

[JiriHrdina]

Boy I think they got that wrong

[MRCboicgy]

That looked nasty on Stewart.

[pylon]

Lol. This isn't even watchable, commercial time is 2 to 1 compared to game play time. I'll just watch the high lights later.

[wingmaker]

Wow, terrible call.

[zamler]

Bad ruling, wow. Oh snap fumble recovery for the TD.

[direwolf]

Carolina got screwed on that call.

[Wood]

Woooo!

[JiriHrdina]

Wow that bad call is going to be a big story because of that

[GirlySports]

Wooooow

[MRCboicgy]

Boy, that missed catch call really changed things.

[wingmaker]

My goodness. What a turn of events!!

[direwolf]

Yes!!!

[flamesfan6]

good job NFL, you just managed to get yourself another controversy.

they cant freakin do replays correct at all.

[Sylvanfan]

I was telling people at work that I'd bet Denver because this reminds me of the Steelers and Seahawks match up where the refs totally high jacked that game. Same thing just happened.

[flamesfan6]

Yes!!!

congrats, your team got a TD because the NFL can't do replays correct, it should of been a 1st down after the 24 yard gain.

[Weitz]

Lol. This isn't even watchable, commercial time is 2 to 1 compared to game play time. I'll just watch the high lights later.

First time watching football?

[Caged Great]

The end of the ball did touch the ground even though his hand was under it. That's probably why the ruled it incomplete.

I don't care either way.

[OzSome]

Wow I have no idea what the referee was watching on the replay. I thought that was a good catch but ref called it incomplete.

Wow, Bronco's defense just scored a TD.

[direwolf]

congrats, your team got a TD because the NFL can't do replays correct, it should of been a 1st down after the 24 yard gain.

I agree, it was the wrong call by the refs. But I'm still happy with the TD.

[Displaced Flames fan]

But that Bronco D!!!

[Wood]

The tip of the ball touched the ground as he rolled, that's why they called it no catch. He had possession but it can't touch the field

[Sylvanfan]

Good work Talib.

[OzSome]

Wow!! what a big penalty for Broncos. Taunting for 15 yards so Panthers going back on the field.

[Sylvanfan]

Good work Talib.

[direwolf]

C'mon Denver, don't f--- this up with stupid penalties.

[Wood]

Man, Talib is such a loser

[transplant99]

Talib is lucky he didn't cost his team there....another guy that just cant help himself at times.

[M*A*S*H 4077]

Carolina's tackles are struggling big time. Ware just put Oher on skates

[psyang]

The tip of the ball touched the ground as he rolled, that's why they called it no catch. He had possession but it can't touch the field
Agreed, ball clearly touched the ground just before he rolled.

[transplant99]

Denver couldn't ask for a better 1st quarter.

See if the Panthers can answer back.

[zamler]

We get toilet paper and puppet penguin commercials. Awesome sauce.

[Sylvanfan]

Nice!!!

I'd love to see the Donkeys choke this away.

[OzSome]

That was a dirty facemask penalty by Talib. He got a hold of the facemask and yanked it.
Panthers TD!!

[M*A*S*H 4077]

Get Talib out of there, his head is not in it

[zamler]

That was a wicked face mask and looked completely deliberate.

[direwolf]

Carolina has woken up.

[transplant99]

Talib having a stellar game.

Yikes.

[Wood]

Talibs known for this crap, he poked a guy in the eye earlier this season on purpose. I can't stand having thugs like him on the team

[browna]

Wow...catching that punt in that traffic.

Terrible that this stadium has turf issues. 2 years old.

[Displaced Flames fan]

Carolina got screwed my ass, incomplete was the right call. No control and the ball touched the ground.

[OzSome]

bad mistake by Panthers special team. The guy could have tackle Norwood right away but he let off. That mistake almost cost them a TD. Good thing their defense played well to stop the Broncos from scoring TD.

[Mass_nerder]

Big stop in the red zone!

[direwolf]

Broncos are blowing their opportunities. Could come back to bite them in the arse later on.

[Nammer403]

what a run

[Frank MetaMusil]

Haha noodle arm.

[wingmaker]

Manning is useless. Honestly, what is the point of even having him in there? Any quarter back can hand the ball off and throw interceptions.

[direwolf]

Nice one, Peyton.

[transplant99]

Fun fact of the day...


On Carolina's last series Ted Ginn Jr. was credited with taking sack on bubble screen play that looked like wide receiver pass. He joins Kevin Faulk and William Perry as the only non-QBs to take sacks in Super Bowl history.

[Wood]

So deflating watching every single great defensive stand get wasted

[direwolf]

The Broncos D is saving their bacon once again. Would be nice for the offence to give them some support for once.

[Machiavelli]

Both defenses are saving their team right now

[Machiavelli]

CP really strugg-a-ling

[Wood]

Newton is tired and frustrated, good news for Denver

He hasn't had this kind of pressure all year, his bad side really started to come out at the end of the 2nd

[Displaced Flames fan]

Cam looks like he might be hurting.

[Weitz]

Newton looks like he is laboring going into the tunnel.

[Caged Great]

The half time show is terrible

[JiriHrdina]

The half time show is terrible

I don't know what people expect out of the half time show. I thought that was pretty good.

[Blaster86]

I don't know what people expect out of the half time show. I thought that was pretty good.

Sharks.

[direwolf]

No good!

[Wood]

I don't know what people expect out of the half time show. I thought that was pretty good.

Agreed, there was nothing wrong with that. No boobs or sharks, but it was good

[TBone290]

I haven't liked the officiating in this game

[direwolf]

Ok Denver, now's the time.

[Skaloper]

2 possession lead now. Not great but I'll take it.

[direwolf]

Nice catch.

[Skaloper]

Wow big recovery by Denver

[Displaced Flames fan]

That field is awful.

[direwolf]

Crazy sequence there. That's a huge recovery by Denver.

[Wood]

I haven't liked the officiating in this game

Really? I think it's been quite good honestly

[Skaloper]

Time to give Osweiler the ball? Manning hasn't done much this game.

[transplant99]

more fun facts...


Peyton Manning has won only five games in his career without an offensive TD including playoffs.



Teams with three-plus turnovers are 4-32 in Super Bowls.

[V]

I'm loving watching this Denver D, but can they possibly win this game entirely on their own? I hope so.

[direwolf]

This has been one of the most boring Super Bowls in recent memory. Both offences have completely sputtered and both quarterbacks look frustrated. It's been all defence so far. I'll be ecstatic if Denver wins, but man, what a snooze fest.

[GirlySports]

I'm loving watching this Denver D, but can they possibly win this game entirely on their own? I hope so.

Think so. As it stands Von Miller is the MVP

[Dion]

Time to give Osweiler the ball? Manning hasn't done much this game.

Doesn't have to do much. The defence of the Broncos is the reason they have the lead. Can't believe the Panthers don't have an answer.

[OzSome]

Broncos' defense is just suffocating. This is the same Cam Newton I've seen during the regular season and the playoff games. He just can't do anything without seeing Broncos' D coming at him. There is no way Carolina can come back to win this game unless the OLine can give Cam Newton lots of time.

[V]

This has been one of the most boring Super Bowls in recent memory. Both offences have completely sputtered and both quarterbacks look frustrated. It's been all defence so far. I'll be ecstatic if Denver wins, but man, what a snooze fest.

I'm loving this game. Denver's D is just awesome to watch.

[direwolf]

I'm loving this game. Denver's D is just awesome to watch.

Agreed, their D has been terrific. Don't get me wrong, I'm happy they're winning.

[Caged Great]

What's with all the penalties on Carolina. It seems like they're getting hit every two seconds.

[M*A*S*H 4077]

Fancy stats win games but defence wins championships. This is great

[GirlySports]

Fumbleeeeeeee

[M*A*S*H 4077]

DLines dominating on both sides of the ball

[direwolf]

Fer f--- sakes, Peyton. You're killin' me.

[transplant99]

TSN turning point?

[Skaloper]

Hopefully not a turning point

[Dion]

Panthers need a TD on this drive.

[MRCboicgy]

Wow, no PI?

[Frank MetaMusil]

Denver gets away with another one. Big surprise.

[Dion]

That was pass interference!

[btimbit]

Ruby got away with one there

[OzSome]

Seriously?? No PI on that play? DB was all over Ginn.

[Sylvanfan]

Think so. As it stands Von Miller is the MVP

Yeah its not even close. Miller will become the highest paid NFL player on defence this off season. He had three epic playoff games to earn it.

[M*A*S*H 4077]

Ginn dropping passes left and right now

Broncos line needs to give Manning some protection

[direwolf]

Denver needs to make something happen here.

[Dion]

I hate it when the refs become a deciding factor in the game!

[Sylvanfan]

Ginn dropping passes left and right now

Broncos line needs to give Manning some protection

I think Denver can run the ball three times and let Colquitt punt the ball. Just don't turn it over and they have this one.

[M*A*S*H 4077]

Thomas with the dive. What was that?

[Frank MetaMusil]

I hate it when the refs become a deciding factor in the game!
They already have been. Talib was offside on Gano's missed FG and they missed that call too.

[Dion]

I have my doubts that the Panthers can score the winning TD. Wade Phillips has done a masterful job with The Bronco defence.

[OzSome]

The way Denver's defense is playing, I think Carolina should do a hurry up offense and not give Broncos' D time to get ready. Carolina is guilty of way too many penalties in this game.

[transplant99]

Officiating has not been the deciding factor in this game at all.

Turnovers and a couple key ST plays are the difference along with a stifling defense on both sides.

Awesome defense actually...love it.

[MRCboicgy]

https://twitter.com/MoneyLynch/status/696525541826924546

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CaqOSfGVIAAaQS0.jpg

[transplant99]

way to conservative for the time left in the game IMO...you have to at least attempt to gain a 1st down there.

[Dion]

The way Denver's defense is playing, I think Carolina should do a hurry up offense and not give Broncos' D time to get ready. Carolina is guilty of way too many penalties in this game.

Cam Newton looks totaly lost as to what to do when he has the ball.

[Weitz]

way to conservative for the time left in the game IMO...you have to at least attempt to gain a 1st down there.

I think Denver will lose because they can't get a first down.

[Sylvanfan]

Carolina needs to kick a FG as soon as they get in range and get the ball back. Do what New England didn't.

[M*A*S*H 4077]

Colquitt should get some consideration for MVP. He's been unrea

[V]

At least when they run Peyton isn't fumbling the ball to the Panthers...

[direwolf]

You can tell Newton is beyond frustrated. Denver's D is just absolutely smothering.

[Diet Water]

Good job by the ref getting the #### out of the way.

[V]

Man oh man. Unbelievable.

[Machiavelli]

Think the Panthers are done. Newton can't do anything.

[Dion]

Newton with plenty of time to throw the ball and can't find an open reciever. To me that sums up what has been a great game by the Broncos defence. The fumble is just salt to the wounds.

[SuperMatt18]

Wow how does Newton not put his body on the line to recover that fumble, didn't want it enough.

[btimbit]

That split second delay from Newton could be the nail in the coffin here

[browna]

Why does Newton not dive in the pile?

Miller the MVP.

[Wood]

It's unreal what this defense keeps doing in spite of the terrible offense

Amazing to watch. Neither Brady or MVP Newton can do a thing

[Frank MetaMusil]

Weak call.

[browna]

Take a seat Norman.

[The Familia]

Newton...what a lame attempt or lack there of to go after the fumble. There is three mins left and decides to back off and not dive for the loose ball. Way to want the win and sacrifice for your team. Selfish.

[Dion]

The Denver defence is my MVP.

[direwolf]

Woohoo!

[btimbit]

Well, no pressure now Newton.

[Scornfire]

calm your tits Anderson, you're averaging like 1.1 yards a carry

[M*A*S*H 4077]

Denver out bullied Carolina today. That defence is ferocious

[TBone290]

Refs missed offside on the missed panthers fg. Refs missed the panthers challenge of an incomplete pass. 10 points for the refs

[White Out 403]

Lol @Cameron. Nice compete level on your fumble. Back off and let Denver pick it up.

Looks good on him. What a hot dog. I hope the broncos have a team photo of them dabbing with the Lombardi trophy

[Frank MetaMusil]

Refs missed offside on the missed panthers fg. Refs missed the panthers challenge of an incomplete pass. 10 points for the refs
Roby PI missed too.

[Dion]

That's the ball game!

[V]

calm your tits Anderson, you're averaging like 1.1 yards a carry

Isn't he closer to 4.1 yards per carry?

[btimbit]

Well ####.

I think it's safe to say that's it

[Senator Clay Davis]

Special defense gives a special performance with a masterful game plan. Give Wade Phillips MVP

[FireGilbert]

Why didn't Newton dive for the fumble?!? Did he think it was incomplete?

Anyhow, epic performance from the Denver D, one of the greatest Super Bowl defences in history.

[browna]

Manning with the Tecmobowl celebration.

[zamler]

How can a team win barely needing a QB? Amazing.

[Displaced Flames fan]

Roby PI missed too.
I could list several missed calls on the Panthers too. Blaming the officiating is pathetic

[White Out 403]

Why didn't Newton dive for the fumble?!? Did he think it was incomplete?

Anyhow, epic performance from the Denver D, one of the greatest Super Bowl defences in history.

Ray Lewis's Ravens are the only other D that come to mind in recent memory.

[Frank MetaMusil]

I could list several missed calls on the Panthers too. Blaming the officiating is pathetic
List them then.

[M*A*S*H 4077]

We all need to appreciate the talent and level that the Denver D is playing at. This is special and incredible to watch

[Dion]

I could list several missed calls on the Panthers too. Blaming the officiating is pathetic

The NFL does have a history of bad officiating. You can't deny that.

[Wood]

I could list several missed calls on the Panthers too. Blaming the officiating is pathetic

Yep

The Roby PI was definitely a missed call, but I don't think I've ever watched a game without at least one missed PI call

Denver's D won this game and no penalty call would have changed a thing. This goes down as one of the best defensive seasons of all time

[Sylvanfan]

Von Miller was an outright beast. Manning certainly did enough in his career to warrant two rings so there is some justice if this is his last game. Wasn't a good game by him, but he finally had a great cast that didn't put it all on him. Fitting end to a HOF career. I'm sure his team mates will be ecstatic for him.

[Displaced Flames fan]

List them then.

Several offensive holds.
Player on their bench pushed Von Miller after he made a play into their sideline.

Talib wasnt offside and the Norman hold was absolutely a hold.

[Wood]

So happy for Manning. It's about time he had some help and wasn't the one doing all the heavy lifting

Not a great game, or season, but no better way to finish an amazing career

[Sylvanfan]

Ray Lewis's Ravens are the only other D that come to mind in recent memory.

Brad Johnson says hi. He totally balled out for the Bucs..

[Dion]

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[Frank MetaMusil]

Several offensive holds.
Player on their bench pushed Von Miller after he made a play into their sideline.

Talib wasnt offside and the Norman hold was absolutely a hold.
They showed Talib was offside on a replay. Oh well, congrats Broncos fans. Enjoy the win.

[Blaster86]

I am glad Peyton got his second ring.

[FireGilbert]

Ray Lewis's Ravens are the only other D that come to mind in recent memory.

Agreed, that D was also amazing and won with freaking Trent Dilfer as QB.

Also, I heard the 86 Bears had an amazing defence but that was before my time.

Oh, and Seattle two years ago put up a pretty awesome defensive performance but in that case they didn't need the D to win.

[TBone290]

Several offensive holds.
Player on their bench pushed Von Miller after he made a play into their sideline.

Talib wasnt offside and the Norman hold was absolutely a hold.

That was definitely a catch at the beginning of the game. Got screwed there

[btimbit]

Since it's not with the Colts, I'm happy Peyton is getting another ring. Congrats to the Broncos. So great to see a guy go out like that

[Dan02]

How can a team win barely needing a QB? Amazing.

no kidding, Manning can barely even throw the ball anymore, all he had to do was not turn it over so they can punt it away and let the D do it's thing.

[M*A*S*H 4077]

That lady should be fired on the spot for asking if that is his last game

[TBone290]

http://wbtv.images.worldnow.com/images/23071652_BG3.jpg

[JonDuke]

YAY! Super happy for him. Now he can retire, and the Raiders can dominate the AFC West!!!

[zamler]

no kidding, Manning can barely even throw the ball anymore, all he had to do was not turn it over so they can punt it away and let the D do it's thing.
Was that actually the game plan? Don't turn the ball over hand the ball off don't get intercepted. Sure seems like it but can't argue with the results.

[Displaced Flames fan]

Finally, it's Osweiler time in Denver!!!

[transplant99]

Full marks to that Denver D .....simply were the dominant unit by a mile.

Peyton has to walk off now.....wont get any better than this.

[Dion]

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@MileHighReport (https://mobile.twitter.com/MileHighReport?p=s)Peyton Manning says it's special to "cap it off" with a Super Bowl win. Didn't quite announce his retirement, but almost did.

[SuperMatt18]

That was definitely a catch at the beginning of the game. Got screwed there

Thing with that one is that the play was reviewed and the play stood, so it wasn't a catch.

NFL rule book is screwed up when it comes to catches and by the letter of the rule it must not have been a catch.

[transplant99]

That lady should be fired on the spot for asking if that is his last game

It's her job, she would have been fired if she didn't ask.

[FireGilbert]

Brad Johnson says hi. He totally balled out for the Bucs..

Oh yeah forgot about that one, he might have been worse than Dilfer. I seem to remember that game was more of Oakland chocking than the Bucs putting up a dominate performance though.

[transplant99]

When botox goes wrong....yeesh.

[V]

I just absolutely despise the idea of giving the trophy to ownership. Ugh.

[Mony]

I would like to extend my most sincere congratulations to the Denver Broncos fans on CP!

It was an honor to be beaten by the best. I know my boys will learn from this experience and this is not their last Super Bowl. Cam still has a lot of mileage on him.

Wish it was my Panthers that could come out on top but Peyton deserves this. What a legend. #KeepPounding

[MRCboicgy]

Wow, Peyton dropping Budweiser's name like he's a NASCAR Driver

[MRCboicgy]

Surprised he didn't say he was going to eat a whole Papa John's pizza

[SuperMatt18]

Peyton Manning's retirement brought to you by Papa Johns, Budweiser, & Nationwide.

[Nammer403]

Surprised he didn't say he was going to eat a whole Papa John's pizza

I was waiting for that too

[Erick Estrada]

Finally, it's Osweiler time in Denver!!!

As a Raiders fan I can't wait and I'm sure Khalil Mack is licking his chops as he can build an 8 sack lead on the league by playing Osweiler twice.

[Erick Estrada]

Anyone see Manning high five the Papa John guy immediately at the ending of the game when he was coming off the sideline. I thought that was pretty funny that the guy got to be on the sideline.

Hate the Broncos and wish they would be losers today but happy for Manning who's had a fantastic career.

[Wood]

https://twitter.com/MoneyLynch/status/696525541826924546

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Retiring during the Super Bowl is such a Marshawn Lynch thing to do

[Erick Estrada]

Oh yeah forgot about that one, he might have been worse than Dilfer. I seem to remember that game was more of Oakland chocking than the Bucs putting up a dominate performance though.

It was a combination of the Raiders center going awol the day before the game and Gruden pretty well knowing the entire playbook as Callahan pretty well ran John's playbook without adding any wrinkles. I believe that was the last time where there wasn't a week between the conference finals and Super Bowl. An extra week would have done the Raiders a lot of good.

[Displaced Flames fan]

So Cam has completely reverted to dick mode. Wow

[Erick Estrada]

So Cam has completely reverted to dick mode. Wow

It's going to take a long time for him to live down not diving for that ball. If I'm his teammate I'm not exactly enamoured about him not giving his all in the big game and sacrificing himself.

[Senator Clay Davis]

The Broncos had 11 first downs, and really won pretty easily. I still think The Giants performance is unbeatable as best ever in a Super Bowl because they did it against the best offense ever. I'd put this at #3 behind the Seahawks in Super Bowl XLVIII too, also because they dominated a historic offense. What was exposed tonight was what everyone thought Carolina's problem would be all year, that they had no weapons outside Greg Olsen. Getting Benjamin back next year helps a lot, but they still need more.

Also be interesting to see how much Cam gets for not diving on that fumble. I get he was hurt but recovering that was the game. Gotta at least try.

[Wood]

So Cam has completely reverted to dick mode. Wow

I said it during the second, you could see Newtons bad side coming out. The smile was gone and he was back to his poor body language and pouting

[dirk diggler]

officiating was very poor in that it was so one sided. denver got all the calls. now in saying that, they were the better team for sure and deserved to win but the refs were poor...

[transplant99]

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Super Bowl 50 - Von Miller, Denver
Super Bowl XLVIII - Malcolm Smith, Seattle
Super Bowl XXXV - Ray Lewis, Baltimore
Super Bowl V - Chuck Howley, Dallas

[browna]

It's going to take a long time for him to live down not diving for that ball. If I'm his teammate I'm not exactly enamoured about him not giving his all in the big game and sacrificing himself.
He's still got some growing up to do. When things are good he's smiling Cam. When not, this year and previous years, hes sulky Cam. Seattle played them a lot and didn't take much to get him rattled. Here is he as Seattle's coming back a few weeks ago. No longer the same guy that was smiling when up 31 points but they were still up 17, but things were not going his way.

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Also, his grabbing of opponent team fan jerseys or signs and flags and disrespecting them, as he made a point of doing this year was pretty childish at best.

[Stay Golden]

Miller was the only choice for MVP really, he not only deserved it he won the game for Denver. Nobody was close on either team to having as big of a game as Miller.
Unless you love Defense Defense Defense that was one the worst Superbowls i have ever seen. The offensive play calling was so bland. The only big play came off of a misread coverage on special teams. Nothing much to be excited about. No wow moments, just meh.
All i can hope is that the NFL's pride and joy drip Manning just retires.
Newton certainly did not play like a MVP in the most important game of his career.
It is funny i think of another destined HOF player...C.Woodson just walks away with class no farewell tour. Leaves as a probowler with respect amongst his teammates and opposition.
Manning i fully expect will milk every bit of attention and gratuities he can. Completely different characters.

[btimbit]

I said it during the second, you could see Newtons bad side coming out. The smile was gone and he was back to his poor body language and pouting

I'll give him the benefit of the doubt. Big game and frustration

[chemgear]

WTF man?! What is this?

So much dancing, so many "dabs" and "supermans". And you bail on your own fumbles in the biggest game. Yikes!

https://uproxx.files.wordpress.com/2016/02/cam-dive.gif?w=650

[PostandIn]

It's crap like this that makes Cam so unlikable. Has no problem running down the other teams bench trolling the crowd when things are going good but tosses himself on the ground like a spazzed out five year old, bails on a fumble recovery when the game is on the line, shows up at the post-game in full mope mode. There's your league MVP, a five year old in a mans body. I'm no Broncos fan but I couldn't be happier for Manning. Von Miller and that Denver D were amazing.

[dirk diggler]

very weird play, not sure what he was thinking but it doesnt look good...

[Displaced Flames fan]

I'll give him the benefit of the doubt. Big game and frustration

Hes the NFL MVP and the face of the league. You cant act like he just did.

[browna]

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Super Bowl 50 - Von Miller, Denver
Super Bowl XLVIII - Malcolm Smith, Seattle
Super Bowl XXXV - Ray Lewis, Baltimore
Super Bowl V - Chuck Howley, Dallas


One is not like the other. Seattle's defense was all over the Broncos, but really it should've been a pass rusher like Avril who forced Manning into the first INT and in general throwing it into the linebackers and secondary.

Smith, I think, is in Oakland was a product of being in the right place at right time, twice, two years ago.

[dirk diggler]

It's crap like this that makes Cam so unlikable. Has no problem running down the other teams bench trolling the crowd when things are going good but tosses himself on the ground like a spazzed out five year old, bails on a fumble recovery when the game is on the line, shows up at the post-game in full mope mode. There's your league MVP, a five year old in a mans body. I'm no Broncos fan but I couldn't be happier for Manning. Von Miller and that Denver D were amazing.

he does need to grow up, you are right he is a great front runner, as are most people. when things are going your way, everything is great. he has to get over the mopey attitude when it doesnt go well

[Stay Golden]

WTF man?! What is this?

So much dancing, so many "dabs" and "supermans". And you bail on your own fumbles in the biggest game. Yikes!

https://uproxx.files.wordpress.com/2016/02/cam-dive.gif?w=650
Not only that he chickened out of getting the loose ball even though he had what appeared to be a better than 50% chance at possession. Newton froze and watched the ball bouce around prior to that. The whole sequence will play on his mind for weeks.

[transplant99]

Odds to win 2017 SB

New England Patriots 10/1
Carolina Panthers 10/1
Seattle Seahawks 10/1
Pittsburgh Steelers 10/1
Green Bay Packers 12/1
Arizona Cardinals 15/1
Cincinnati Bengals 18/1
Dallas Cowboys 20/1
Denver Broncos 20/1
Indianapolis Colts 20/1
Kansas City Chiefs 25/1
Minnesota Vikings 25/1
Baltimore Ravens 30/1
Buffalo Bills 40/1
Atlanta Falcons 40/1
N.Y. Jets 40/1
Detroit Lions 40/1
Washington Redskins 40/1
New Orleans Saints 40/1
San Franciso 49ers 50/1
Chicago Bears 50/1
N.Y. Giants 50/1
Los Angeles Rams 50/1
Houston Texans 50/1
Miami Dolphins 55/1
Philadelphia Eagles 55/1
Tampa Bay Buccanneers 60/1
San Diego Chargers 60/1
Jacksonville Jaguars 60/1
Oakland Raiders 60/1
Tennessee Titans 60/1
Cleveland Browns 200/1

[CaptainCrunch]

I'll give him the benefit of the doubt. Big game and frustration

Its easy to lead when your winning. Its the real leaders that come to the forefront when things aren't going well.

He's got a lot of growing to do.

Its great that he won the MVP award and put up tons of yards.

But character is either validated or exposed during the game.

I think his character was exposed and is something he needs to work on.

And I'm obviously talking onfield and not off field.

[Hockey Fan #751]

I think he was thinking the ball would get squirted out and wanted to be in position for that. And that's exactly what happened but he still missed it.

[Erick Estrada]

Newton's great season up in flames as the way he played today and him making a business decision in not putting himself in harm's way to get the ball is going to be all that everyone remembers.

[Senator Clay Davis]

Cam has always been a sore loser and a pouter. They just lost only one time this year, so we just didn't see it as much. The Panthers never really had control of the game, and never lead or really threatened to take a lead. Not sure why he's so whiny over it.

[Erick Estrada]

Cam has always been a sore loser and a pouter. They just lost only one time this year, so we just didn't see it as much. The Panthers never really had control of the game, and never lead or really threatened to take a lead. Not sure why he's so whiny over it.

This is true. They only lost one game going into the Super Bowl so we really never got to see his sulking on the bench act. Worst time for it to show up on the big stage. Walking out on reporters after the game simply plays into the hands of his critics.

[Sylvanfan]

Cleveland Browns 200/1

I think they forgot a zero on the end of that one.

[Senator Clay Davis]

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[browna]

Newton with short answers, says Broncos did nothing special, blamed loss on sacks and drops as the reason they lost. Pretty stand up guy. Then walks off.

http://thebiglead.com/2016/02/07/cam-newton-postgame-presser-walk-off/

[FireGilbert]

Newton with short answers, says Broncos did nothing special, blamed loss on sacks and drops as the reason they lost. Pretty stand up guy. Then walks off.

http://thebiglead.com/2016/02/07/cam-newton-postgame-presser-walk-off/

“It wasnt nothing special that they did,” he said. “We dropped balls, turned the ball over, gave up sacks, threw errant passes.”

Wow, what a sore loser! Also, sure go ahead and blame yourself for the turnovers and errant passes but don't throw your O line and receivers under the bus.

[dirk diggler]

wow i didnt see that press conference before. i am not a manning fan but if he lost, he would have handled it with class, as would guys like Brady, Rodgers, Wilson etc... he made a lot of fans this year but might have lost that many more after that.. pathetic

[chemgear]

“It wasnt nothing special that they did,” he said. “We dropped balls, turned the ball over, gave up sacks, threw errant passes.”

Wow, what a sore loser! Also, sure go ahead and blame yourself for the turnovers and errant passes but don't throw your O line and receivers under the bus.

For comparison:

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[Displaced Flames fan]

In contrast, Ron Rivera is being very frank and gracious.

[chummer]

^^The old saying You have to learn how to lose before you learn how to win sure applies to Newton here. Look at Manning and Wilson in their recent losses, they lost with class and were standup guys. If Newton is going to celebrate as he does after wins he should face the music after a loss.

[chemgear]

Another angle. Good grief.

http://i.imgur.com/1Dt1dob.png

[dirk diggler]

In contrast, Ron Rivera is being very frank and gracious.

not surprising at all... i would imagine player like Kueckly would be as well, just not newton

[ResAlien]

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Hot. Damn. That defence carried this team kicking and screaming to a Superbowl title. The last two games may be two of the best ever defensive postseason performances I've seen. Absolutely stunning how good they were. Congratulations Von on earning all of the money you'll get with your next contract, hopefully Denver can get rid of utterly useless DT and give you his money and more.

Cam sulking? Don't care. Crying about officials? Don't care. Superbowl Champion Denver Broncos, kickass.

[Jbo]

Best night ever!!!!

[zyzz]

Haha Newton was a little bish, he looked defeated 10 minutes in. really enjoyed the game, never once was Newton a threat, that was some unreal D.

[corporatejay]

Its easy to lead when your winning. Its the real leaders that come to the forefront when things aren't going well.

He's got a lot of growing to do.

Its great that he won the MVP award and put up tons of yards.

But character is either validated or exposed during the game.

I think his character was exposed and is something he needs to work on.

And I'm obviously talking onfield and not off field.


Yeah. He's gotta be better than he was in that conference, but he's pissed. He was shot kicked all night long.

[CaptainCrunch]

That Denver defense is not only stellar, but the scheme that they employed gave Carolina very few options.

[chemgear]

LOL at Eli's (lack of) reaction.

http://abload.de/img/untitled-237qsbz.gif

[Keselke]

Miller was the only choice for MVP really, he not only deserved it he won the game for Denver. Nobody was close on either team to having as big of a game as Miller.
Unless you love Defense Defense Defense that was one the worst Superbowls i have ever seen. The offensive play calling was so bland. The only big play came off of a misread coverage on special teams. Nothing much to be excited about. No wow moments, just meh.
All i can hope is that the NFL's pride and joy drip Manning just retires.
Newton certainly did not play like a MVP in the most important game of his career.
It is funny i think of another destined HOF player...C.Woodson just walks away with class no farewell tour. Leaves as a probowler with respect amongst his teammates and opposition.
Manning i fully expect will milk every bit of attention and gratuities he can. Completely different characters.

lol

[ResAlien]

LOL at Eli's (lack of) reaction.

http://abload.de/img/untitled-237qsbz.gif

Of course, he's a little brother. Literally all he had was the two rings to lord over Peyton and now he has nothing.