The Denver Broncos captured their third title in franchise history Sunday, defeating the Carolina Panthers 24-10 in Super Bowl 50. The star of the game was Von Miller, who was named MVP and led a Denver defense that stole the show and completely manhandled Cam Newton. Denver sacked Newton seven times, with Miller and DeMarcus Ware combining for 4.5 sacks. Denver also forced four turnovers, including a crucial strip sack by Von in the final minutes that sealed the victory for the Broncos.
Peyton Manning, in what might have been his final game in the NFL, completed only 13 passes for 141 yards and threw one interception. It wasn't Peyton's best game by far, but he didn't have to play like the 5-time MVP that he is. With the way Denver's defense played, the only thing asked of Manning is that he not make too many mistakes that hinder his team. It was Peyton's 200th overall career win (regular and postseason), so that's a good number to end on if he decides to hang it up.
On the other side, Carolina's defense also stifled Denver, allowing just 194 yards (Denver allowed 315). They also sacked Manning five times and forced the one interception. Also like Peyton, Cam was not at his best, only completing 55% of his passes for 259 yards and one interception. Carolina's MVP would have to be Kony Ealy, who recorded three sacks and one interception.
Both teams have a very busy off-season ahead. For Denver, they await Manning's decision. If he decides to return for a 18th season, he will likely be Denver's starting QB in 2016. I think it's unlikely that Peyton plays for any other team other than Denver next year. If he does retire, Brock Osweiler is a candidate for the starting job, but he is a free agent. Von Miller highlights the 2016 free agent class, and Denver is likely to use their franchise tag on the Super Bowl MVP. Malik Jackson is also a free agent, but he may be the odd man out.
As for the Panthers, retaining star CB Josh Norman is their top priority.
Works Cited
http://www.profootballrumors.com/broncos-win-super-bowl-50/
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