Who won the 2016 AFC Championship game between the Broncos and Patriots?

The Denver Broncos won the 2016 AFC Championship game, defeating the New England Patriots 20-18.

What was the final score of the 2016 AFC Championship?

The final score of the 2016 AFC Championship game was 20-18 in favor of the Denver Broncos.

How did the Broncos secure their win against the Patriots in the 2016 AFC Championship?

The Broncos secured their win when Bradley Roby intercepted a two-point conversion attempt by Tom Brady, preserving Denver's 20-18 lead.

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Broncos' Defense Seals 2016 AFC Title Over Patriots

23 Jan

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Summary

Broncos held off Patriots 20-18 in the 2016 AFC Championship game.
Aqib Talib's deflection and Bradley Roby's interception sealed the win.
Peyton Manning improved his playoff record against Tom Brady to 3-2.

Broncos' Defense Seals 2016 AFC Title Over Patriots

The Denver Broncos emerged victorious against the New England Patriots in the 2016 AFC Championship game, with a final score of 20-18. This pivotal matchup saw the Broncos maintain control throughout the game, despite offensive struggles in the second half.

The game's climax occurred when Tom Brady attempted a game-tying two-point conversion with seconds remaining. However, a deflection by Aqib Talib led to an interception by Bradley Roby, sealing the Broncos' victory. This defensive stand capped a dominant performance, with the Broncos sacking Brady four times.

Peyton Manning, playing in what would be his final playoff game against Brady, completed 17 of 32 passes for 176 yards and two touchdowns. This victory marked Manning's third playoff win over Brady, giving him a 3-2 edge in their postseason rivalry.