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Manning helps Denver earn top seed with 27-20 win over SD

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning pulls grass off his helmet during the second half in an NFL football game against the San Diego Chargers, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2016, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning pulls grass off his helmet during the second half in an NFL football game against the San Diego Chargers, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2016, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

DENVER (AP) – It could be Peyton Manning starting for the Denver Broncos when they open the playoffs in two weeks.

Or it could be Brock Osweiler.

Would either decision really come as a surprise for the Broncos, whose 27-20 victory over the Chargers fit the script of their season – by being anything but routine?

A recap of Sunday’s madness:

– Manning came off the bench to trigger a come-from-behind win, yet only completed five passes for 69 yards.