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| Elam's kick ended a three-game skid for the Broncos. |
It was over when ...
Jason Elam kicked a 49-yard field goal as time expired to give the Broncos the win. Elam has kicked a walk-off field goal in all three of the Broncos' victories this year.
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Elam is an obvious choice, as many in Denver might consider him the MVP of this team, but Broncos quarterback Jay Cutler completed 22 of 29 passes for 248 yards and three touchdowns. Cutler also had two interceptions, but the key was that Cutler didn't let the interceptions get to him. Cutler was good when he needed to be, including on the final drive, when he guided the Broncos into range for the game-winning kick.
Key stat
The Broncos converted 70 percent of their third downs (7 of 10). The Steelers were nearly as good, as they converted 8 of 12.
Noteworthy
The Broncos have won five consecutive games following bye weeks. ... The Broncos were 2-6 in their previous eight home games before beating the Steelers.
