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Sep 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Broncos tight end Julius Thomas (80) reacts to his touchdown in the second quarter against the Indianapolis Colts at Sports Authority Field at Mile High . Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports /

The Denver Broncos cruised to a 24-point lead over the Indianapolis Colts and held off a late charge to pick up their first win of the season.

Peyton Manning was on point with three touchdowns in the season opener, while tight end Julius Thomas proved that he isn’t going anywhere in the discussion of the league’s top tight ends. Thomas finished the game with 104 yards and all three of the team’s touchdown catches.

The Broncos defense also forced Indianapolis into two turnovers, and rookie Bradley Roby came up big on a crucial fourth down to seal the win.

Next week, the Broncos return to the field against the struggling Kansas City Chiefs.

Expect another huge game from Manning and company.

For more news on the Denver Broncos, head on over to FanSided’s Broncos blog, Predominantly Orange.

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