PHOTOS: Broncos vs. Seahawks

Miles motions a touchdown to the crowd during the Denver Broncos season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Rachel Kloefkorn laughs with a friend while tailgating before the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson warms up before the start of the Broncos-Seahawks game at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas signs an autograph for Cora Balch, 8, of Loveland before the start of the Broncos-Seahawks game at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Kristi Adamson and her husband Martin Adamson from Colorado Springs watch the Seahawks warmup before the start of the Broncos-Seahawks game at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. Martin grew up in Seattle and Kristi in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, but have lived in Colorado Springs for four years. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Rachel Kloefkorn, left, and Maria Brooks share a moment while tailgating before the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. Brooks is currently living in Monterey, California, but hasn’t flies back for every home game since leaving Denver. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Travis Casper, left, hugs friend Brian May while tailgating before the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. Casper is one of the Bronco Road Warriors along with his friend Kass Oltmanns. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Fans tailgate before the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Fans pose for photos in the Mile High Monument before the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks outside of Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Fans tailgate before the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Highlights from the Denver Broncos season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Thursday, September 6 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

The Maias family from Denver yell “Go Broncos” as they test their fan skills before the season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Thursday, September 6 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Barb Masciarelli of Colorado Springs and season ticket holder of twenty-one years, shows off her love for the Broncos at the UCHealth fan tent before the season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Thursday, September 6 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

David Finn and his son Conner Finn, 11, wear opposite teams before the start of the game as the Denver Broncos had their season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Thursday, September 6 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Sisters Christine Downs, left, Marianne Castillo, Lisa Reich and Aimee Skul cheer for the Denver Broncos defense during the opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. The sisters were enjoying a “moms day out” at the game. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Denver Broncos defensive back Chris Harris (25) jumps into his teammate’s arms during the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Denver Broncos defensive back Will Parks (34) celebrates with Denver Broncos defensive back Chris Harris (25) during the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Denver Broncos defensive end Derek Wolfe (95) tries to tackle Seattle Seahawks running back Rashaad Penny (20) during the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller (58) crawls over a Seattle Seahawks player at the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Denver Broncos linebacker Bradley Chubb (55) blocks the advancement of Seattle Seahawks running back Chris Carson (32) before the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (10) gets sacked by Seattle Seahawks linebacker Austin Calitro (58) during the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (10) runs the ball during the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Denver Broncos quarterback Case Keenum (4) makes a play during the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Seattle Seahawks kicker Sebastian Janikowski (11) kicks off during the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett (16) checks behind him as he runs into the endzone during the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

A Denver Broncos cheerleader performs during the opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Denver Broncos cheerleaders perform during the opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Brandon Marshall (15) makes a catch during the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Seattle Seahawks running back Chris Carson (32) runs into Denver Broncos defensive end Derek Wolfe (95) during the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Denver Broncos defensive back Jordan Moore (30) lunges for Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett (16) during the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Seattle Seahawks Tre Madden (38) collides into Denver Broncos defensive back Justin Simmons (31) during the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Denver Broncos running back Devontae Booker (23) looks for an opening during a play at the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Denver Broncos running back Devontae Booker (23) runs the ball during the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Denver Broncos defensive back Adam Jones (24) jumps into his teammate Denver Broncos defensive back Chris Harris (25) after intercepting the last Seattle Seahawk play at the end of the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Fans cheer for their team during the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) celebrates his touchdown at the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas scores a touchdown against the Seahawks in 2018 in Denver. (the gazette file)

Denver Broncos quarterback Case Keenum (4) looks to make a play before the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) is sacked by Denver Broncos linebacker Shaquil Barrett (48) during the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Denver Broncos tight end Jeff Heuerman (82) falls into his teammates on the sideline during the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Denver Broncos quarterback Case Keenum (4) passes the ball during the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Denver Broncos running back Phillip Lindsay (30) runs the ball during the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Denver Broncos running back Phillip Lindsay (30) pushes away Seattle Seahawks linebacker Austin Calitro (58) during the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Tim Patrick (81) reaches for the ball as Seattle Seahawks linebacker Bobby Wagner (54) tries to intercept during the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Fans cheer for their team during the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Seattle Seahawks defensive back Earl Thomas (29) faces the crowd after running the ball during the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Denver Broncos running back Royce Freeman (28) runs the ball at the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Denver Broncos defensive tackle Domata Sr. Peko (94) shares a fun moment with teammates during the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) looks for an open play during the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Fans cheer for their team during the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Seattle Seahawks cornerback Shaquill Griffin (26) and his brother Seattle Seahawks linebacker Shaquem Griffin (49) embrace before the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Seattle Seahawks cornerback Shaquill Griffin (26) and his brother Seattle Seahawks linebacker Shaquem Griffin (49) pray together before the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

A Broncos cheerleader faces the crowd at the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Police officers stand at attention as the American Flag is brought onto the field at the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Broncos band members congratulate each other after the opening ceremony at the Denver Broncos opening game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Brunner/The Gazette) (Kelsey Brunner)

Broncos mascot Miles leads the 2018 Broncos team onto the field before Denver’s season opener against the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. The Broncos won 27-24. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Denver Broncos quarterback Case Keenum (4) throws downfield against the Seattle Seahawks during the first quarter Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Denver Broncos running back Phillip Lindsay (30) runs into the end zone for the Broncos first touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks during the first quarter Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson looks for an open receiver against the Broncos during the second quarter Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller, bottom, and defensive end Shelby Harris (96) sack Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) during the second quarter Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Denver Broncos running back Devontae Booker (23) runs for an 8-yard gain before being tackled by Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Tom Johnson (91) during the second quarter Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Denver Broncos linebacker Shaquil Barrett (48) sacks Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) during the second quarter Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Broncos quarterback Case Keenum (4) and Seattle quarterback Russell Wilson (3) and other players join for a prayer at midfield after the Broncos won the season opener 27-24 Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Denver Broncos linebacker Brandon Marshall (54), defensive end Derek Wolfe, behind, and linebacker Von Miller (58) stop Seattle Seahawks running back Chris Carson (32) for a 3-yard gain during the fourth quarter Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Denver Broncos running back Phillip Lindsay (30) breaks away from Seattle Seahawks linebacker Austin Calitro (58) during the fourth quarter Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Denver Broncos tight end Jake Butt (80) is tackled by Seattle Seahawks linebacker Shaquem Griffin (49) at the Seattle 5-yard-line to set up the winning touchdown during the fourth quarter Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) celebrates in the end zone after scoring a touchdown during the fourth quarter Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller (58) sacks Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) during the fourth quarter Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

during the third quarter Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Denver Broncos defensive end Shelby Harris (96), left, and Denver Broncos defensive end Zach Kerr (92) celebrate after Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) was sacked in the second quarter of the game at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Thursday, September 6 2018 in Denver. The Denver Broncos won the game 27-24. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (10), left, points up to the stands as he is embraced by offensive tackle Garett Bolles (72) in the second quarter of the game as he competes a touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett (16) runs the ball for yards as Denver Broncos wide receiver Tim Patrick (81), right, follows him on the field during the Broncos season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

A huge flag is brought out during the National Anthem before the start the Denver Broncos season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Miles leads the team onto the field before the start of the season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Tim Patrick (81) misses the catch from quarterback Case Keenum (4) in the season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Miles carries a Denver Broncos flag after he led the team onto the field during their season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sept. 9, 2018, in Denver. (The Gazette file)

The Denver Broncos had their season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (10) does a front flip in the second quarter of the game as he competes a touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (10) ‘prays’ in the second quarter of the game as he competes a touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Services members make their way onto the field before the start of the Denver Broncos season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos defensive back Adam Jones (24) is tackled at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos wide receiver DaeSean Hamilton (17), front, runs the ball for extra yards at the season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos running back Phillip Lindsay (30) runs past Seattle Seahawks cornerback Tre Flowers (37) for a touchdown in the first quarter in the season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. The Broncos won 27-24. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos running back Phillip Lindsay (30) is tackled by Seattle Seahawks linebacker Barkevious Mingo (51) in the first quarter in the season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. The Broncos won 27-24. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos running back Royce Freeman (28) is tackled by Seattle Seahawks linebacker Bobby Wagner (54) at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos quarterback Case Keenum (4) readies himself the the next play during the Broncos season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) throws to an open player against the Denver Broncos during their season opener at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) readies himself for the next play against the Denver Broncos during their season opener at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) looks for an open player against the Denver Broncos during their season opener at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos quarterback Case Keenum (4), right, looks for an open player during the Broncos season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos quarterback Case Keenum (4) looks for an open player during the Broncos season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos defensive end Shelby Harris (96), left, and Denver Broncos defensive end Zach Kerr (92) celebrate after Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) was sacked in the second quarter of the game at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Thursday, September 6 2018 in Denver. The Denver Broncos won the game 27-24. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos quarterback Case Keenum (4) readies himself for the next play during the Broncos season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett (16) catches the ball and would run the ball for a touchdown during the Broncos season opener at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos defensive end Adam Gotsis (99), center, and other members of the Broncos defense attempt to block the field goal attempt that ended up in a miss in their season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos quarterback Case Keenum (4) looks for an open player during the Broncos season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos running back Devontae Booker (23) is tackled by Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Poona Ford (97) at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) watches Denver Broncos linebacker Shaquil Barrett (48) who goes for the sack at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) reacts after after being sacked in their sseason opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller (58) readies himself for the next play during their season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller (58) sacks Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) for a loss in yards at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Highlights from the Denver Broncos season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos quarterback Case Keenum (4), right, calls out the next play during the Broncos season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) is brought down by Seattle Seahawks defensive back Bradley McDougald (30) in the season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (10) is tackled midair by Seattle Seahawks linebacker Austin Calitro (58) in the season opener at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos tight end Jake Butt (80) celebrates the reception during the season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller (58) sacks Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) for a loss in yards at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

$Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller (58) \crab walks' after he sacks Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) for a loss in yards at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)$

Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller (58) \crab walks’ after he sacks Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) for a loss in yards at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

$Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller (58) \crab walks' after he sacks Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) for a loss in yards at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)$

Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller (58) \crab walks’ after he sacks Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) for a loss in yards at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller (58) readies himself for the next play during their season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos defensive back Adam Jones (24) gets the crowd amped up in their season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

A couple of Broncos fans decked out in full attire enjoy the season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

The Denver Broncos cheerleaders take a moment during a timeout to perform their routine during the season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Seattle Seahawks tight end Will Dissly (88), left, and wide receiver Jaron Brown (18) embrace following a touchdown at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) celebrates his touchdown in the fourth quarter as they played in their season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

A referee holds up his hands after the field goal kick was good in the fourth quarter of the season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Thunder walks off the field after a touchdown in the fourth quarter in the season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller (58) looks up after he sacks Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) for a loss in yards at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on Sunday, September 9, 2018 in Denver. (Photo by Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette) (Dougal Brownlie, The Gazette)

Seattle Seahawks tight end Will Dissly (88) scores to give the Seahawks a 7-0 lead during the first quarter Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Firefighters participate in the pregame activities before the Broncos/Seahawks game Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Denver Broncos quarterback Case Keenum (4) is introduced before the start of the Broncos/Seahawks game Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Isaiah McKenzie (16) and his teammates stand for the National Anthem before the start of the Broncos/Seahawks game Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) is tackled by Seattle Seahawks cornerback Tre Flowers (37) after catching a pass for a first down during the first quarter Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Denver Broncos quarterback Case Keenum (4) changes a play at the line of scrimmage during the first quarter against Seattle Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Seattle Seahawks linebacker Bobby Wagner (54) breaks up a pass intended for Denver Broncos wide receiver Tim Patrick (81) during the first quarter Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Denver Broncos running back Phillip Lindsay (30) runs past Seattle Seahawks linebacker Austin Calitro (58) for a 9-yard gain during the second quarter Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Denver Broncos running back Phillip Lindsay (30) runs down field against the Seahawks during the second quarter Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Denver Broncos defensive back Adam Jones (24) walks the sidelines during the second quarter against Seattle Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) throws down field against the Broncos during the second quarter Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Denver Broncos defensive back Adam Jones (24) watches from the sidelines during the second quarter Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett (16) walks back to the huddle during the second quarter Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) looks down field for an open receiver during the second quarter Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK, THE GAZETTE)

Seahawks linebacker Jake Martin and Broncos running back Phillip Lindsay trade jerseys after a Sept. 9, 2018, game in Denver. (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK GAZETTE file)

Seattle Seahawks defensive back Bradley McDougald (30) signs his jersey for Denver Broncos defensive back Will Parks (34) after the 27-24 Denver win Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK, THE GAZETTE)

Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller (58), left, and Seattle Seahawks linebacker Bobby Wagner (54) trade jerseys after Denver’s 27-24 win Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Seattle fans cheer for their Seahawks during the fourth quarter against Denver Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

Seattle Seahawks linebacker Shaquem Griffin (49) tackles Denver Broncos tight end Jake Butt (80) during the fourth quarter Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) (CHRISTIAN MURDOCK THE GAZETTE)

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