Week 3 NFL Hot Quick Pick: Oakland Raiders 19 – Denver Broncos 38

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If Peyton Manning stays healthy for the remainder of the 2013 NFL season, he may have the opportunity to break a couple of NFL records that will set a new standard in the NFL.

Many fantasy players know this game is all about what Peyton Manning brings to the Broncos table, and it is an undeniable fact that the acquisition of Manning has given the Broncos the edge in a competitive AFC West Division.

The Raiders defense without Von Miller and Champ Bailey is still clicking on 6 cylinder overdrive. There are two bright spots that many Indianapolis Colts fans remember when Peyton was a Colt; his uncanny knack to tear down a defense, and know when to hand the ball off in key situations of duress.

My prediction is that Wes Welker will have another standout game, and his 2 TD scores will help seal a Bronco victory.

I’m going out on a limb to predict that Peyton Manning will throw 5 TD passes, have 1 INT, complete 32 out of 45 passes, and have a 99.9 QB rating. If Peyton is able to throw 3 TD passes in this game against the Raiders, it will set a new NFL record.

Another key to a victory for the Broncos will fall on the shoulders of their young Tight End Julius Thomas. The Broncos Tight End knows the importance of defeating the Raiders - in a game that means more to the Broncos from a division standing.

Even though the Broncos got off to a sluggish start in the beginning first 3 games, this game will prove to be a work in progress as the Broncos improve on their first half scoring percentage.

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