If you want to discuss how this game was won out in Denver, then look at Tom Brady and the TE position in New England. The Patriots’ QB (23-34-320-2 TDs) completed thirteen combined passes to Aaron Hernandez (9-129-1TD) and Rob Gronkowski (4-53). Again, matchup issues (a common theme vs. the Patriots’ offense) when you play Cover 1 (man-free) against Hernandez and Gronkowski. Middle of the field routes, option schemes vs. a defender’s leverage, etc. Even with the issues the Patriots’ defense had vs. the run game early, Brady put this game away in the second half (11-13 for 149-yards). And when you do that, there is no chance for another Tebow comeback.