What Went Right/Wrong for the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl XLVIII
By Andrew Dill
Feb 2, 2014; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) scrambles in the second quarter against the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl XLVIII at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
WRONG
Offensive Line:
The line was a big disappointment in Sunday’s game as Seattle’s defense bullied their way through. Led by Chris Avril, Brandon Mebane, and Chris Clemons, those three combined would collect 9 tackles, 1 sack, and 3 tackles for a loss. Cliff Avril would also knock down 2 passes while Chris Clemons knocked down 1.
Denver’s offensive tackles Orlando Franklin and Chris Clark were manhandled all game by Avril and Clemons as Manning was forced to scramble to the sides or force errant passes. Just to remind you, this Denver offensive line allowed the fewest sacks during the regular season with just 20 with all-pro tackle Ryan Clady out of the lineup.