NFL Playoffs Slideshow: San Diego Chargers at Denver Broncos Highlights

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Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning 18 meets with receiver Wes Welker 83 prior to the game against the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High Matthew Emmons USA TODAY Sports

Peyton Manning talks to Wes Welker before the game after the receiver missed the last three regular season games with a concussion. Despite only playing 13 games, Welker recorded 73 receptions for 778 yards and 10 touchdowns in his first season with the Broncos.

Of course, Manning finished his second season in Denver with an NFL record 5,477 yards and 55 touchdowns.

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