The Broncos surprised many when they upended the favored Patriots in the AFC Championship Game, but now they need to muster the same effort and luck to get over the favored Panthers.

The odds are stacked against the Broncos, who are 6-point underdogs.

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History has not been kind to the Broncos in the Super Bowl, as they will tie Cowboys, Patriots and Steelers with their eighth appearance. But they are only 2-5 in their first seven.

A quick look at the losses in past Super Bowls may seem a bit disturbing, as on four occasions, they were routed by their opponent.

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Putting that alongside their two wins, their past performances indicate that the game turns into a blowout if they are unable to take control.

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